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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 29.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does the crew assemble together in chapter 25?
(a) To witness an execution.
(b) To protest Billy's punishment.
(c) To witness a flogging.
(d) To witness a keelhauling.

2. What is unusual about Billy's death?
(a) His eyes do not close.
(b) He dies smiling.
(c) His hair turns completely white.
(d) His body does not spasm.

3. What is John Claggart's responsibility on board the ship?
(a) To be responsible for the ship's cargo and crew.
(b) To plan the day's work and assign tasks to the deck crew.
(c) To maintain order on the lower gun decks.
(d) To handle the sails on the foremast.

4. Who is Billy's father?
(a) Captain Bligh.
(b) George Budd, a merchant sailor.
(c) He is a foundling, and doesn't know his father.
(d) Captain Graveling.

5. What does the chaplain give Billy in chapter 24?
(a) A cross.
(b) A kiss on the cheek.
(c) A bible.
(d) A medal of honor.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is a "cat's paw"?

2. What time is dogwatch?

3. How old is Jon Claggart when he enters the Navy?

4. Where does the crew assemble in chapter 25?

5. What uncomfortable incident occurs in chapter 10?

(see the answer key)

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