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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 29.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How do Captain Vere's officers view their commander's seafaring skills?
(a) Poor.
(b) Average.
(c) Riddled with inconsistencies.
(d) Superior.

2. What attitude does Captain Vere gain from his studies?
(a) An unhealthy interest in omens and the supernatural.
(b) The penchant for waxing philosophical while on deck.
(c) An air of superiority about the technical aspects of the ship.
(d) Very firm convictions and a slightly pedantic outlook.

3. Which mutiny is discussed in chapter five?
(a) Timor.
(b) Nore.
(c) Brighton.
(d) Spithead.

4. Who is Squeak?
(a) Claggart's secret accomplice.
(b) Claggart's pet mouse.
(c) The ship's cook.
(d) The bosun.

5. How is John Claggart's appearance described in chapter eight?
(a) Dark and swarthy with long black hair.
(b) Pale and effeminate with curly black hair.
(c) Handsome and strong with blue eyes and blond hair.
(d) Pale and fat with dark red hair.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why doesn't Captain Graveling want Billy to leave the ship?

2. Which character is considered by others to be the most attractive in every aspect?

3. What does the sailor in chapter 14 want Billy to join?

4. Who causes the uncomfortable incident in chapter 10?

5. Who is Red Whiskers?

(see the answer key)

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