2. Which types of historical figures are often compared to Billy?
(a) Medieval knights.
(b) Greek heros.
(c) Noble sailors.
(d) Biblical prophets.

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

4. What decoration marks the Victory's quarterdeck?
(a) A crescent moon.
(b) A star.
(c) A medallion.
(d) An albatross.

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

6. In chapter 15, what does Billy think he should report to the captain?
(a) The changing weather.
(b) A possible mutiny.
(c) A possible fight.
(d) His behavior.

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

8. What often causes a mutiny?
(a) A sudden gust of wind.
(b) Illness.
(c) Unhappy sailors.
(d) Sailors who drink too much and fight.

9. What one item changes the face of warfare?
(a) The crossbow.
(b) Gunpowder.
(c) The sword.
(d) The longbow.

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

11. Who causes the uncomfortable incident in chapter 10?
(a) Lieutenant Ratcliffe.
(b) Red Whiskers.
(c) Claggart.
(d) Billy.

12. Which Captain is involved in the mutiny at Nore?
(a) Captain Graveling.
(b) Captain Bligh.
(c) Captain Budd.
(d) Captain Vere.

13. Which character is known for his cheerful disposition?
(a) Billy Budd.
(b) John Claggart.
(c) Captain Vere.
(d) Lieutenant Ratcliffe.

14. How does Claggart respond to the incident in chapter 10?
(a) He is silent.
(b) "You fool!"
(c) "Handsomely done, my lad!"
(d) "The fates are agin' us!"

15. Which naval ship does Billy serve on?
(a) HMS Pinafore.
(b) The Theseus.
(c) Agamemnon.
(d) HMS Bellipotent.