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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 17.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which types of books does Captain Vere prefer?
(a) Greek mythology and seafaring stories.
(b) Technical manuals and Mathematical theorems.
(c) Shakespearean dramas and Romance novels.
(d) Biography, History and Classical authors.

2. In chapter four, which sailor is hailed as the greatest of all time?
(a) Admiral Nelson.
(b) Captain Vere.
(c) Captain Graveling.
(d) Captain Bligh.

3. What uncomfortable incident occurs in chapter 10?
(a) The entire crew is disciplined for one sailor's error.
(b) The topsail rips in a sudden gust of wind.
(c) An empty bucket rolls down the gangplank and hits the captain.
(d) Soup is spilled when the ship lurches.

4. How do the other sailors react to Claggart in chapter 10?
(a) They quickly man their stations.
(b) They are fearfully silent.
(c) They laugh the incident off as a joke.
(d) They erupt into a violent melee.

5. What is Captain Vere's favorite hobby?
(a) Shuffleboard.
(b) Chess.
(c) Reading.
(d) Sailing.

Short Answer Questions

1. In chapter 14, how does Billy react to the sailor's request?

2. How do Captain Vere's officers view their commander's seafaring skills?

3. In chapter 14, what does Billy say to the sailor?

4. Who causes the uncomfortable incident in chapter 10?

5. When does the incident in chapter 10 occur?

(see the answer key)

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