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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 17.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In chapter four, which naval commander is hailed as one of the greatest strategists of all time?
(a) Captain Vere.
(b) Captain Bligh.
(c) Admiral Nelson.
(d) Captain Graveling.

2. Which character becomes very friendly towards Billy in chapter 17?
(a) Lieutenant Ratcliffe.
(b) The afterguardsman.
(c) The Dansker.
(d) John Claggart.

3. Which types of books does Captain Vere prefer?
(a) Greek mythology and seafaring stories.
(b) Biography, History and Classical authors.
(c) Shakespearean dramas and Romance novels.
(d) Technical manuals and Mathematical theorems.

4. Which character stares at Billy with a meditative and melancholy expression in chapter 17?
(a) John Claggart.
(b) The afterguardsman.
(c) Lieutenant Ratcliffe.
(d) The Dansker.

5. What uncomfortable incident occurs in chapter 10?
(a) An empty bucket rolls down the gangplank and hits the captain.
(b) The topsail rips in a sudden gust of wind.
(c) The entire crew is disciplined for one sailor's error.
(d) Soup is spilled when the ship lurches.

Short Answer Questions

1. What decoration marks the Victory's quarterdeck?

2. What is Captain Vere's favorite hobby?

3. What does Billy threaten to do to the sailor in chapter 14?

4. How do the other sailors react to Claggart in chapter 10?

5. In chapter 14, what does Billy say to the sailor?

(see the answer key)

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