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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why doesn't Captain Graveling want Billy to leave the ship?
(a) He suspects Billy goes AWOL.
(b) He suspects Billy is plotting a mutiny.
(c) Billy often gets drunk when he goes on leave.
(d) Billy is a natural peacemaker.

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

3. What is Captain Vere cited for in West Indian waters?
(a) Valor.
(b) Piracy.
(c) Cruelty.
(d) Gallantry.

4. When does the Spithead mutiny occur?
(a) September of 1897.
(b) April of 1797.
(c) August of 1697.
(d) January of 1924.

5. What other name is a reference to Captain Vere?
(a) Bligh's player.
(b) Fairfax.
(c) Jonsey.
(d) Hallifax.

Short Answer Questions

1. What elements of ship's life are mirrored in the world outside the ship?

2. What is Billy's one weakness?

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

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

5. What is Captain Vere's favorite hobby?

(see the answer key)

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