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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. 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) Dowdy.
(c) Mannion.
(d) Roberts.

2. What request does the Captain ask of Roberts regarding their conversation about the men's liberty?
(a) Tell the men about it when they return from liberty.
(b) Keep it secret.
(c) Make sure it is recorded as proof of Roberts dissension.
(d) Write a letter about it to the Commander.

3. During which war is this play set?
(a) World War II.
(b) Vietnam War.
(c) Korean War.
(d) World War I.

4. According to the Captain, what "pre-voked" him about the men getting liberty?
(a) That liberty means the men will get lazy.
(b) That it was arranged by Roberts and the Port Director.
(c) That the men have only one week of liberty.
(d) That it is not at the port he requested.

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

6. How are the Captain's actions best described in Act 1, Scene 6?
(a) Selfish.
(b) Understanding.
(c) Humble.
(d) Kind.

7. According to Dolan, when will the Captain need a bucket?
(a) When he sees how dirty Pulver's room is.
(b) When he gets seasick.
(c) When the cook serves his Seaman Surprise for dinner.
(d) When he reads Roberts' letter.

8. When Miss Girard talks about her nickname, how does Pulver respond?
(a) He tells her he does not know about what she is talking.
(b) He tells her a story about his nickname.
(c) He tells her she is being inappropriate.
(d) He gets very embarrassed.

9. What position on the ship does Pulver hold?
(a) Captain.
(b) Ensign.
(c) Engineer.
(d) First Mate.

10. What do the sailors do when they hear that their liberty is not canceled after all?
(a) They boo the Captain.
(b) They sing.
(c) They shout angrily.
(d) They give three cheers.

11. At the beginning of the play, with which shipmate is Roberts talking?
(a) Matthews.
(b) Mannion.
(c) Doc.
(d) Jacoby.

12. Why has the Captain not issued the orders for the men to go ashore even though they are ready for their liberty?
(a) He is punishing them.
(b) He is eating lunch.
(c) He is sleeping.
(d) He is waiting to receive his commands.

13. In which branch of the military is Roberts enlisted?
(a) Marines.
(b) Navy.
(c) Air Force.
(d) Coast Guard.

14. Where does Pulver hide the letter Dolan has typed for Roberts?
(a) Under a blanket.
(b) In his closet
(c) In his shoes.
(d) Under his bed.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is the Captain so angry with Roberts when he comes out on deck during the supply transfer?

2. What does Dolan say about Roberts' letter?

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

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

5. What position does Roberts tell Miss Girard he holds on the ship?

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