Billy Budd Test | Mid-Book Test - Easy

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Billy Budd Test | Mid-Book Test - Easy

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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which country is described as ruling the seas?
(a) Timor.
(b) England.
(c) Germany.
(d) The United States.

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

3. In chapter four, which naval commander is hailed as one of the greatest strategists of all time?
(a) Captain Vere.
(b) Admiral Nelson.
(c) Captain Bligh.
(d) Captain Graveling.

4. How does Billy react to Claggart in chapter 10?
(a) He hits Claggart in the face.
(b) He runs to the captain.
(c) He thinks Claggart likes him.
(d) He begins to curse and shout at Claggart.

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

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

7. How do Captain Vere's officers view their commander's seafaring skills?
(a) Average.
(b) Riddled with inconsistencies.
(c) Superior.
(d) Poor.

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

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

10. Why is Billy reprimanded in chapter nine?
(a) He is caught eating in the crow's nest.
(b) He knocks over a full bucket in front of the captain.
(c) He falls asleep while on watch.
(d) Someone is playing tricks on him that get him in trouble.

11. When does the incident in chapter 10 occur?
(a) Evening.
(b) Lunchtime.
(c) Midnight.
(d) Breakfast.

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

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

14. Which character is described in chapter 11 as being "down" on Billy?
(a) The Dansker.
(b) John Claggart.
(c) Captain Vere.
(d) Lieutenant Ratcliffe.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Which types of books does Captain Vere prefer?

2. Which two characters are contrasted in chapter 12?

3. Who commands the Bellipotent in chapter six?

4. What uncomfortable incident occurs in chapter 10?

5. Why is Billy on the uppermost deck in chapter 14?

(see the answer keys)

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