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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In chapter two, how does Billy react to his new shipmates?
(a) He is cheerful and friendly.
(b) He is afraid of the older sailors.
(c) He is sad and gloomy.
(d) He is easily angered.

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

3. Who is Billy's father?
(a) George Budd, a merchant sailor.
(b) Captain Bligh.
(c) Captain Graveling.
(d) He is a foundling, and doesn't know his father.

4. Who is responsible for the tricks being played on Billy?
(a) John Claggart.
(b) The Dansker.
(c) Lieutenant Ratcliffe.
(d) Red Whiskers.

5. 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.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What causes Billy to lose his voice on occasion?

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

4. What decoration marks the Victory's quarterdeck?

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

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