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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What type of personal life does Captain Vere lead?
(a) Bitter and morose.
(b) One filled with many friends and jovialty.
(c) One filled with a just a few close friends.
(d) Lonely.

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

3. What attitude does Captain Vere gain from his studies?
(a) An unhealthy interest in omens and the supernatural.
(b) The penchant for waxing philosophical while on deck.
(c) An air of superiority about the technical aspects of the ship.
(d) Very firm convictions and a slightly pedantic outlook.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Billy's father?

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

3. How do Captain Vere's officers view their commander's personality?

4. Which mutiny is discussed in chapter five?

5. What is the greatest fear in the British Navy?

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