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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does the Captain not want Roberts to leave his ship?
(a) He will miss Roberts' friendship too much.
(b) Because Roberts' skills help the Captain.
(c) He is afraid for Roberts' safety if he goes to battle.
(d) He wants to make Roberts miserable.

2. What does the Captain reference when talking about his success with Roberts?
(a) The Commodore.
(b) The Palm Tree.
(c) The ship.
(d) His Medals of Honor.

3. What order does the Captain give Roberts regarding his letter writing?
(a) Roberts has to write more convincing letters.
(b) Roberts is not to write any more letters.
(c) Roberts cannot order other men to write his letters.
(d) Roberts can write another letter once he has been more obedient.

4. What does Pulver say he is going to put under the Captain's bed?
(a) A thank you card.
(b) A letter from Roberts.
(c) A dead fish.
(d) A firecracker.

5. From where has the ship been ordered out of dock?
(a) Barbados.
(b) Port Charles.
(c) Elysium.
(d) The Cape of Good Home.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Doc describe the desire to fight?

2. What does Doc think about the cargo ship?

3. Who is the only sailor that appears calm in preparation for the liberty?

4. Where does Pulver hide the letter Dolan has typed for Roberts?

5. What does the Captain see when he gets on deck that he considers to be insubordination by the crew?

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