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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In chapter 14, what does Billy say to the sailor?
(a) He whoops and shouts for joy.
(b) He stutters a refusal.
(c) He whispers his consent.
(d) He screams in anger.

2. What is Captain Vere cited for in West Indian waters?
(a) Valor.
(b) Cruelty.
(c) Gallantry.
(d) Piracy.

3. Which character does Squeak play tricks on?
(a) Captain Vere.
(b) Claggart.
(c) Billy.
(d) Lieutenant Ratcliffe.

4. What is a "cat's paw"?
(a) The joint between the mainsail and the topsail.
(b) Slang for an anchor.
(c) A part of a cat.
(d) A person who does another's dirty work.

5. Which famous character does the Victory's quarterdeck decoration commemorate?
(a) Captain Bligh.
(b) Captain Graveling.
(c) Captain Vere.
(d) Admiral Nelson.

Short Answer Questions

1. What other name is a reference to Captain Vere?

2. What time is dogwatch?

3. What does the chaplain give Billy in chapter 24?

4. Where does Captain Vere send Billy after Claggart's death?

5. Who is Red Whiskers?

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