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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 35, "The Court-Martial—Second Day, Afternoon".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who summons Willie from the Caine?
(a) Admiral Reynold.
(b) Keggs.
(c) Lieutenant Keefer.
(d) His mother.

2. What is "Chadan"?
(a) It's the name of Tom's roommate.
(b) It means the captain's coming.
(c) It means time to eat or chow down.
(d) It's a Navy word for deck duty.

3. The book describes Willie's home as being the same except for what?
(a) His dad's office was no longer there.
(b) The lawn was not as well kept.
(c) The smell of his dad's cigars.
(d) His room had been redecorated.

4. What does Willie do to punish himself for not recognizing his ship when he first sees her?
(a) He makes himself draw a diagram of her.
(b) He stands up and takes spray in the face for the rest of the boat ride to her.
(c) He does 50 pushups.
(d) He asks to be given the smallest room on the ship.

5. How many hours of emergency leave does Maryk give Stilwell?
(a) 24 hours.
(b) 72 hours.
(c) 48 hours.
(d) 96 hours.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who disagrees with Queeg's handling of the attack of the Stanfield?

2. Who aboard the Caine adopts a huge crab?

3. Where is the Caine anchored when Captain Queeg begins his search?

4. According to Willie's testimony, how did he know Queeg was terrified during the typhoon?

5. What recurring dream does Willie remember from his childhood?

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