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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 13.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How is John Claggart's appearance described in chapter eight?
(a) Dark and swarthy with long black hair.
(b) Pale and fat with dark red hair.
(c) Pale and effeminate with curly black hair.
(d) Handsome and strong with blue eyes and blond hair.

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

3. What is Billy and Claggart's relationship like after they begin working together on the Bellipotent?
(a) Billy and Claggart hate each other viciously.
(b) Claggart hates Billy, who is too naive to recognize his animosity.
(c) Billy hates Claggart, who is too dull to recognize his animosity.
(d) Billy and Claggart are good friends.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Which character does Squeak play tricks on?

3. What does Andrew Marvell create that commemorates Captain Vere?

4. Which character does Squeak create lies about?

5. Which naval ship does Billy serve on?

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