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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 24.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does the chase in chapter 18 end?
(a) The merchant ship surrenders.
(b) The albatross lands on the topmast.
(c) The dolphins submerge.
(d) The frigate escapes.

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

3. What does another sailor try to give Billy in chapter 14?
(a) Papers.
(b) Money.
(c) A package of dates.
(d) The wrong rope.

4. What elements of ship's life are mirrored in the world outside the ship?
(a) Terror rules the masses.
(b) Life is unfair.
(c) Storms are balanced with calm days.
(d) People only obey when forced to do so.

5. What does Billy never do before?
(a) Swim.
(b) Tell a lie.
(c) Be associated with evil.
(d) Speak to the captain.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Which character is described in chapter 11 as being "down" on Billy?

3. In chapter 18, which character does the captain consider promoting?

4. What is a drumhead court?

5. What is a possible cause for Claggart's behavior towards Billy?

(see the answer key)

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