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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Whose water restriction is continued for 48 more hours because of non-compliance?
(a) The sailors.
(b) The officers.
(c) Jorgensen.
(d) Stilwell.

2. Which game do Willie and Keggs play aboard the Moulton?
(a) Checkers.
(b) Chess.
(c) Parcheesi.
(d) Gin rummy.

3. In Chapter 24, the meeting Queeg holds with all the officers lasts how long?
(a) 12 hours.
(b) 24 hours.
(c) 36 hours.
(d) 48 hours.

4. May Wynn auditions by singing a song by which composer?
(a) Bach.
(b) Mozart.
(c) Schubert.
(d) Brahms.

5. Stilwell buys a copy of what book?
(a) "The Art of Self-Defense: A Sailor's Guide to Court Martial."
(b) "The Navy Guide of Court Martials."
(c) "Military Justice: How to Get a Fair Shake."
(d) "Courts and Boards."

Short Answer Questions

1. What type of place is Willie's family home?

2. In Chapter 19, the Caine is sent to help capture what island?

3. What is the name of the officer who reprimands Captain Queeg?

4. Who does Queeg catch taking a shower?

5. How much money does Mrs. Keith give the chief?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Willie decide to open his father's letter earlier than promised?

2. List some of the irrational and terrible things that Queeg does in Chapter 15.

3. In Chapter 3 Willie says, "Do you suppose that some higher power doesn't want me in the Navy?" Why do you think he says this?

4. According to Ensign Brain, why is it important for Willie to be on time?

5. How did the other sailors on the Caine testify?

6. Why does Willie not take his relationship with May Wynn seriously?

7. Why does Queeg insist on staying on course?

8. What are some of the quirky ways in which the crew begins to respond to their own boredom?

9. What does Barney talk about during his toast at the celebration dinner?

10. Describe the circle of compliance.

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