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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Dowdy request from Roberts as they unload the cargo?
(a) A water break.
(b) That the men be allowed to take off their shirts.
(c) Some lunch.
(d) That he be allowed to go to the infirmary.

2. What does the Captain say Roberts' letters will do for his reputation?
(a) Damage his reputation with the commanding officers.
(b) Make his ship sound like the boring ship.
(c) Help his reputation as a merciful Captain.
(d) Give him a reputation for being a patient leader.

3. Besides the nearby island, on what does Dowdy comment when he first joins Roberts?
(a) The captain.
(b) The heat.
(c) His aching back.
(d) The breakfast they have had that morning.

4. According to the Captain, Pulver is the only officer who does what to the Captain?
(a) Salutes.
(b) Disrespects.
(c) Smiles.
(d) Jokes around with him.

5. What does Roberts do to Pulver in jest when the Captain leaves the deck?
(a) Roberts calls Pulver a suck-up.
(b) Roberts calls Pulver "Captain."
(c) Roberts salutes Pulver.
(d) Roberts gives Pulver a noogie.

Short Answer Questions

1. What type of study does Roberts quit before becoming a sailor?

2. What is Dolan asked to do for Roberts?

3. During which war is this play set?

4. What does Pulver say he is going to put under the Captain's bed?

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

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