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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. Because it is so hot, what happens while the sailors are unloading cargo?
(a) A sailor has an asthma attack.
(b) Some of the sailors jump into the sea for a swim.
(c) Some of the food goes bad.
(d) A sailor passes out.

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

3. Over what does the crew argue when the Captain has left the deck?
(a) Who gets to take the next application for transfer to the Captain.
(b) Whether or not Roberts should have listened to the Captain's orders.
(c) Whether or not they should finish their job for the day.
(d) Who gets to sit next to Roberts in the mess hall.

4. How does the Captain punish Roberts when he becomes angry at Roberts for disobeying him?
(a) He has to swab the entire deck.
(b) He is confined to his quarters.
(c) He cannot go to the island any more.
(d) He is placed in solitary confinement.

5. What position does Roberts truly hold on the ship?
(a) Laundry officer.
(b) Cook.
(c) First mate.
(d) Executive officer.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do the sailors notice is being built on a nearby island?

2. What does the Captain assume about Pulver since he never sees Pulver around?

3. According to the Captain, Pulver is the only officer who does what to the Captain?

4. What are Pulver, Doc, and Roberts making with Coca Cola, medication, alcohol, and iodine?

5. According to Dolan, when will the Captain need a bucket?

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