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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is a possible cause for Claggart's behavior towards Billy?
(a) Fear.
(b) Envy.
(c) Hope.
(d) Greed.

2. What is a drumhead court?
(a) A formal legal hearing in the presence of an admiral.
(b) Slang for a meeting in the captain's quarters.
(c) Slang for a mob.
(d) An informal legal hearing held at sea.

3. What attitude does Captain Vere gain from his studies?
(a) An unhealthy interest in omens and the supernatural.
(b) The penchant for waxing philosophical while on deck.
(c) An air of superiority about the technical aspects of the ship.
(d) Very firm convictions and a slightly pedantic outlook.

4. What uncomfortable incident occurs in chapter 10?
(a) The entire crew is disciplined for one sailor's error.
(b) An empty bucket rolls down the gangplank and hits the captain.
(c) Soup is spilled when the ship lurches.
(d) The topsail rips in a sudden gust of wind.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What does the Bellipotent chase in chapter 18?

3. What does the chaplain feel is better than religion for facing judgment?

4. Which two characters begin to suspect Billy of wrongdoing?

5. Where is John Claggart buried?

(see the answer key)

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