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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What is Dolan asked to do for Roberts?
(a) Type a letter.
(b) Cover his chores.
(c) Iron his uniform.
(d) Leave him alone.

3. After Pulver's prank has failed, how does he feel?
(a) He feels angry that the prank does not work.
(b) He feels like he let Roberts down.
(c) He feels inspired to try again.
(d) He feels thankful that he does not have to go through with it.

4. What sort of punishment does the Captain says Roberts deserves as they argue about liberty for the men?
(a) A Court Marshal.
(b) A demotion.
(c) A few nights in the brig.
(d) A lashing.

5. At the dance, with how many soldiers do the sailors start a fight?
(a) Twenty-seven.
(b) Over 300.
(c) Over 100.
(d) Ninety.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long does the officer picking up supplies say it has been since his ship has had fresh fruit?

2. How much time has passed between Act 2, Scene 2 and Act 2, Scene 3?

3. What type of men does the Captain say he resents?

4. Which of the following best describes the Captain's actions in Act 1, Scene3?

5. What does the Captain say Roberts must do so that the men will be allowed liberty?

(see the answer key)

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