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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. When will Roberts finally respect Pulver?
(a) When he gets onto a real battleship.
(b) When he can beat up Roberts.
(c) When he goes through with a prank and confesses to it.
(d) When he treats ladies with respect.

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

3. How does Doc describe the desire to fight?
(a) It is a stupid decision.
(b) It is a passion.
(c) It is a reflex.
(d) It is a life's calling.

4. Why is the Captain so angry with Roberts when he comes out on deck during the supply transfer?
(a) Because Roberts disobeyed his orders about the fruit.
(b) Because the men do not have their shirts on.
(c) Because he has just received Roberts' letter.
(d) All answers are correct

5. Who is the only sailor on the ship who has been to the port where they men are going to have their liberty?
(a) Pulver.
(b) Mannion.
(c) Roberts.
(d) Dowdy.

Short Answer Questions

1. Because it is so hot, what happens while the sailors are unloading cargo?

2. Which of the following does Roberts not say about Pulver?

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

4. Who has given Miss Girard the nickname "Red Label?"

5. How does the Captain punish Roberts when he becomes angry at Roberts for disobeying him?

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