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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What elements of ship's life are mirrored in the world outside the ship?
(a) Storms are balanced with calm days.
(b) Life is unfair.
(c) Terror rules the masses.
(d) People only obey when forced to do so.

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

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

4. What is Billy's position on the ship?
(a) Foretopman.
(b) Chief Mate.
(c) Boatswain.
(d) Master-at-arms.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What event motivates Billy to excel in his duties?

2. What decoration marks the Victory's quarterdeck?

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

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

5. Why is Billy reprimanded in chapter nine?

(see the answer key)

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