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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Billy's one weakness?
(a) He stutters.
(b) He loves women.
(c) He gets seasick during rough weather.
(d) He drinks.

2. Which mutiny is discussed in chapter five?
(a) Brighton.
(b) Timor.
(c) Nore.
(d) Spithead.

3. What one item changes the face of warfare?
(a) Gunpowder.
(b) The sword.
(c) The longbow.
(d) The crossbow.

4. How old is Billy?
(a) 28.
(b) 16.
(c) 17.
(d) 21.

5. What is the greatest fear in the British Navy?
(a) Capsizing.
(b) Mutiny.
(c) Losing the sextant.
(d) A tsunami.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which battle does the Victory's quarterdeck decoration commemorate?

2. What type of personal life does Captain Vere lead?

3. What attitude does Captain Vere gain from his studies?

4. Which types of books does Captain Vere prefer?

5. What is Billy's position on the ship?

(see the answer key)

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