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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which mutiny is discussed in chapter five?
(a) Brighton.
(b) Timor.
(c) Nore.
(d) Spithead.

2. Which Captain is involved in the mutiny at Nore?
(a) Captain Vere.
(b) Captain Graveling.
(c) Captain Bligh.
(d) Captain Budd.

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

4. Which battle does the Victory's quarterdeck decoration commemorate?
(a) Nore.
(b) Trafalgar.
(c) Timor.
(d) Spithead.

5. Who is Red Whiskers?
(a) The Captain of the Rights-of-Man
(b) Billy's big, shaggy red-haired friend.
(c) The Captain of the HMS Bellipotent.
(d) The ship's cat.

Short Answer Questions

1. What type of personal life does Captain Vere lead?

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

3. Which character is known for his cheerful disposition?

4. What is John Claggart's position on the ship?

5. What attitude does Captain Vere gain from his studies?

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