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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 20.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which character is considered by others to be the most attractive in every aspect?
(a) Billy Budd.
(b) John Claggart.
(c) Lieutenant Ratcliffe.
(d) Captain Vere.

2. In chapter four, which naval commander is hailed as one of the greatest strategists of all time?
(a) Captain Bligh.
(b) Captain Vere.
(c) Admiral Nelson.
(d) Captain Graveling.

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

4. Who is responsible for the tricks being played on Billy?
(a) The Dansker.
(b) John Claggart.
(c) Lieutenant Ratcliffe.
(d) Red Whiskers.

5. Who is Squeak?
(a) The ship's cook.
(b) Claggart's secret accomplice.
(c) The bosun.
(d) Claggart's pet mouse.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Why is John Claggart's background a mystery to the crew?

3. How do Captain Vere's officers view their commander's personality?

4. In chapter four, which sailor is hailed as the greatest of all time?

5. Which act does Claggart believe is an intentional attempt to offend him?

(see the answer key)

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