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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What causes Billy to lose his voice on occasion?
(a) An odd genetic malfunction.
(b) Fear.
(c) Illness.
(d) Stress.

3. What event occurring on land mirrors a naval mutiny?
(a) A trial.
(b) A public execution.
(c) A democratic election.
(d) A revolution.

4. What decoration marks the Victory's quarterdeck?
(a) A crescent moon.
(b) A star.
(c) An albatross.
(d) A medallion.

5. Which famous character does the Victory's quarterdeck decoration commemorate?
(a) Captain Graveling.
(b) Captain Bligh.
(c) Captain Vere.
(d) Admiral Nelson.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which country is described as ruling the seas?

2. In chapter two, how does Billy react to his new shipmates?

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

4. What is Billy's one weakness?

5. Which types of books does Captain Vere prefer?

(see the answer key)

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