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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In chapter 15, which character is Billy's confidant?
(a) Lieutenant Ratcliffe.
(b) Red Whiskers.
(c) John Claggart.
(d) The Dansker.

2. Which character is known for his cheerful disposition?
(a) Billy Budd.
(b) Lieutenant Ratcliffe.
(c) Captain Vere.
(d) John Claggart.

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

4. Why does Billy join the British navy?
(a) His father is a naval Captain.
(b) He is conscripted into service.
(c) He wants to defend his country.
(d) His best friend is joining up and convinces him to follow.

5. What type of personal life does Captain Vere lead?
(a) One filled with many friends and jovialty.
(b) Bitter and morose.
(c) Lonely.
(d) One filled with a just a few close friends.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Billy's one weakness?

2. How does Melville characterize sailors in general?

3. Which character stares at Billy with a meditative and melancholy expression in chapter 17?

4. Which naval ship does Billy serve on?

5. Which mutiny is referred to as "the Great Mutiny"?

(see the answer key)

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