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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does the first recorded mutiny of the British Navy occur?
(a) Brighton.
(b) Timor.
(c) Spithead.
(d) Nore.

2. How does Admiral Nelson keep his sailors under control?
(a) Terrorizing them into submission.
(b) By winning their admiration.
(c) Bribing them.
(d) The threat of death.

3. What event occurring on land mirrors a naval mutiny?
(a) A democratic election.
(b) A revolution.
(c) A trial.
(d) A public execution.

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

5. Which character is described in chapter 11 as being "down" on Billy?
(a) Captain Vere.
(b) Lieutenant Ratcliffe.
(c) John Claggart.
(d) The Dansker.

Short Answer Questions

1. How old is Billy?

2. What does another sailor try to give Billy in chapter 14?

3. What is Captain Vere's nickname?

4. What is a "Handsome Sailor"?

5. What uncomfortable incident occurs in chapter 10?

(see the answer key)

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