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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 23.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is a "cat's paw"?
(a) Slang for an anchor.
(b) A part of a cat.
(c) A person who does another's dirty work.
(d) The joint between the mainsail and the topsail.

2. What does Billy never do before?
(a) Swim.
(b) Tell a lie.
(c) Be associated with evil.
(d) Speak to the captain.

3. Who is allowed to communicate with Billy in chapter 23?
(a) Lieutenant Ratcliffe.
(b) The chaplain.
(c) Red Whiskers.
(d) The Dansker.

4. What is John Claggart's position on the ship?
(a) Master-at-arms.
(b) Chief Mate.
(c) Boatswain.
(d) Foretopman.

5. What is John Claggart's responsibility on board the ship?
(a) To be responsible for the ship's cargo and crew.
(b) To handle the sails on the foremast.
(c) To plan the day's work and assign tasks to the deck crew.
(d) To maintain order on the lower gun decks.

Short Answer Questions

1. How old is Jon Claggart when he enters the Navy?

2. How does John Claggart earn his promotions?

3. Why is John Claggart's background a mystery to the crew?

4. In chapter 15, what does Billy think he should report to the captain?

5. In chapter 15, which character is Billy's confidant?

(see the answer key)

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