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

3. Which act does Claggart believe is an intentional attempt to offend him?
(a) The rolled bucket.
(b) The ripped topsail.
(c) The spilled soup.
(d) The scourging.

4. How do Captain Vere's officers view their commander's personality?
(a) Paranoid and superstitious
(b) Dry and bookish.
(c) Obnoxious and temperamental..
(d) Relaxed and friendly.

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

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

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

8. Which character is deceived by Squeak's lies?
(a) Claggart.
(b) Captain Vere.
(c) Lieutenant Ratcliffe.
(d) Billy.

9. How is John Claggart's appearance described in chapter eight?
(a) Handsome and strong with blue eyes and blond hair.
(b) Pale and fat with dark red hair.
(c) Pale and effeminate with curly black hair.
(d) Dark and swarthy with long black hair.

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

11. Why does Billy join the British navy?
(a) He is conscripted into service.
(b) His best friend is joining up and convinces him to follow.
(c) He wants to defend his country.
(d) His father is a naval Captain.

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

13. 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.

14. What is a mutiny?
(a) A traditional sailor's dance.
(b) A legal election process in which the captain of a vessel is replaced.
(c) When subordinate sailors attempt to illegally sieze control of a ship.
(d) A trial held at sea by the capain and three officers.

15. What is Captain Vere's favorite hobby?
(a) Sailing.
(b) Shuffleboard.
(c) Chess.
(d) Reading.