Billy Budd | Short Question Answer Key

Short Answer Key

Chapter 1

1. What is a "Handsome Sailor"?

A sailor who is attractive, strong, ethical and a natural leader.

2. Who is Billy Budd?

A young fair-skinned, blue eyed foretopman.

3. Why does Billy join the British navy?

He is conscripted into service.

4. Which naval ship does Billy serve on?

HMS Bellipotent.

5. Why doesn't Captain Graveling want Billy to leave the ship?

Billy is a natural peacemaker.

6. Who is Red Whiskers?

Billy's big, shaggy red-haired friend.

Chapter 2

1. Who is Billy's father?

He is a foundling, and doesn't know his father.

2. What is Billy's one weakness?

He stutters.

3. How old is Billy?

21.

4. Which types of historical figures are often compared to Billy?

Greek heros.

5. In chapter two, how does Billy react to his new shipmates?

He is cheerful and friendly.

6. What causes Billy to lose his voice on...
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