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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is John Claggart's responsibility on board the ship?
(a) To plan the day's work and assign tasks to the deck crew.
(b) To handle the sails on the foremast.
(c) To maintain order on the lower gun decks.
(d) To be responsible for the ship's cargo and crew.

2. Where does the first recorded mutiny of the British Navy occur?
(a) Brighton.
(b) Timor.
(c) Spithead.
(d) Nore.

3. What is Billy's one weakness?
(a) He stutters.
(b) He gets seasick during rough weather.
(c) He loves women.
(d) He drinks.

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

5. How does Claggart respond to the incident in chapter 10?
(a) "The fates are agin' us!"
(b) "Handsomely done, my lad!"
(c) He is silent.
(d) "You fool!"

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Captain Vere cited for in West Indian waters?

2. How old is Jon Claggart when he enters the Navy?

3. Which Captain is involved in the mutiny at Nore?

4. Why doesn't Captain Graveling want Billy to leave the ship?

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

(see the answer key)

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