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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. In chapter 23, when is the crew called together?
(a) An hour before dogwatch.
(b) An hour past dogwatch.
(c) At sunset.
(d) At dogwatch.

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

4. In chapter 15, which character appears to be conspiring to destroy Billy's character?
(a) Red Whiskers.
(b) The Dansker.
(c) Lieutenant Ratcliffe.
(d) John Claggart.

5. How does the sailor Billy threatened in chapter 14 react to Billy in chapter 15?
(a) He refuses to look Billy in the eye.
(b) He is very friendly.
(c) He is timid.
(d) He is very aggressive.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does John Claggart earn his promotions?

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

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

4. How is John Claggart's appearance described in chapter eight?

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

(see the answer key)

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