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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who commands the Bellipotent in chapter six?
(a) Captain Graveling.
(b) Admiral Nelson.
(c) Captain Bligh.
(d) Captain Vere.

2. Why does Melville claim that certain men are morally depraved?
(a) Because their licentious behavior makes them depraved.
(b) Because they are forced into depravity by their living conditions.
(c) Because they are not entirely sane.
(d) Because cruel treatment breeds cruelty.

3. Which two characters are contrasted in chapter 12?
(a) Billy and Claggart.
(b) Captain Vere and Claggart.
(c) Captain Vere and Lieutenant Ratcliffe.
(d) The Dansker and Red Whiskers.

4. What is Captain Vere's favorite hobby?
(a) Chess.
(b) Reading.
(c) Shuffleboard.
(d) Sailing.

5. What is a "Handsome Sailor"?
(a) The dashing sailor who has a girl in every port.
(b) The name of Captain Graveling's merchant ship.
(c) A sailor who is attractive, strong, ethical and a natural leader.
(d) The name of William Bligh's frigate.

Short Answer Questions

1. What nickname does Billy's older friend give him?

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

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

4. What uncomfortable incident occurs in chapter 10?

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

(see the answer key)

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