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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 24.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Captain Vere tell his crew in chapter 23?
(a) Billy Budd jumps overboard.
(b) Billy Budd is murdered.
(c) A sailor is executed for murdering the master-at-arms.
(d) The admiral is on board for a surprise inspection.

2. Which character is known for his cheerful disposition?
(a) John Claggart.
(b) Captain Vere.
(c) Billy Budd.
(d) Lieutenant Ratcliffe.

3. What decoration marks the Victory's quarterdeck?
(a) An albatross.
(b) A star.
(c) A medallion.
(d) A crescent moon.

4. Who is Squeak?
(a) Claggart's pet mouse.
(b) The ship's cook.
(c) Claggart's secret accomplice.
(d) The bosun.

5. Which character does Squeak play tricks on?
(a) Billy.
(b) Claggart.
(c) Lieutenant Ratcliffe.
(d) Captain Vere.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Billy and Claggart's relationship like after they begin working together on the Bellipotent?

2. Where does Captain Vere send Billy after Claggart's death?

3. What elements of ship's life are mirrored in the world outside the ship?

4. Which types of books does Captain Vere prefer?

5. Who is Billy's father?

(see the answer key)

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