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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 person who does another's dirty work.
(c) The joint between the mainsail and the topsail.
(d) A part of a cat.

2. How is John Claggart's appearance described in chapter eight?
(a) Dark and swarthy with long black hair.
(b) Pale and effeminate with curly black hair.
(c) Handsome and strong with blue eyes and blond hair.
(d) Pale and fat with dark red hair.

3. 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.

4. Where is John Claggart buried?
(a) England.
(b) At sea.
(c) The coast of Timon.
(d) The isle of Mann.

5. How does John Claggart earn his promotions?
(a) Unbeknownst to the crew, he is related to the captian.
(b) Through a series of bribes.
(c) Through his exemplary behavior and austere patriotism.
(d) He blackmails his superiors.

Short Answer Questions

1. In chapter 15, which character appears to be conspiring to destroy Billy's character?

2. What does Captain Vere tell his crew in chapter 23?

3. What is John Claggart's responsibility on board the ship?

4. What is John Claggart's position on the ship?

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

(see the answer key)

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