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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Billy react to Claggart in chapter 10?
(a) He hits Claggart in the face.
(b) He thinks Claggart likes him.
(c) He runs to the captain.
(d) He begins to curse and shout at Claggart.

2. Why does the captain ask Claggart to confront Billy?
(a) To see which man is telling the truth.
(b) To see if Claggart is brave enough for promotion.
(c) Confronting Billy breaks the captain's heart.
(d) Because he is afraid of Billy.

3. Who is Billy's father?
(a) He is a foundling, and doesn't know his father.
(b) Captain Graveling.
(c) George Budd, a merchant sailor.
(d) Captain Bligh.

4. Which character is known for his malicious envy?
(a) Billy Budd.
(b) Lieutenant Ratcliffe.
(c) John Claggart.
(d) Captain Vere.

5. What does the sailor in chapter 14 want Billy to join?
(a) His ministry.
(b) A chess club.
(c) A special forces troop.
(d) A mutiny.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which character is known for his simplicity and naiveté?

2. Which famous character does the Victory's quarterdeck decoration commemorate?

3. What astonishes Captain Vere about the report he receives in chapter 18?

4. To what does Melville attribute the general attitude of most sailors?

5. How does John Claggart earn his promotions?

(see the answer key)

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