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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 four, which naval commander is hailed as one of the greatest strategists of all time?
(a) Admiral Nelson.
(b) Captain Graveling.
(c) Captain Vere.
(d) Captain Bligh.

2. How does Admiral Nelson keep his sailors under control?
(a) Bribing them.
(b) Terrorizing them into submission.
(c) The threat of death.
(d) By winning their admiration.

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

4. Why is Billy reprimanded in chapter nine?
(a) Someone is playing tricks on him that get him in trouble.
(b) He falls asleep while on watch.
(c) He knocks over a full bucket in front of the captain.
(d) He is caught eating in the crow's nest.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is responsible for the tricks being played on Billy?

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

3. What decoration marks the Victory's quarterdeck?

4. What event occurring on land mirrors a naval mutiny?

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

(see the answer key)

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