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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many unopened bottles of champagne were there at the end of the party?

2. Who does Willie see when the Moulton comes alongside the Caine?

3. Queeg tells Keefer he thinks the thief is who?

4. The Caine and Moulton are ordered to go where together?

5. Who is the grand historical figure in Willie's life?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The captain of a ship is supposed to be a leader. In light of the shift from how the men performed under De Vriess and how things are going under Queeg, discuss how Queeg's character affects the rest of the men on the Caine. What kind of leader is Queeg?

Essay Topic 2

Ice cream plays a prominent role on the Caine in Chapters 19-21. Why do you think that is? What symbolic significance might it have? Why didn't the author choose some other kind of food?

Essay Topic 3

In the beginning, Willie seems to think that Queeg is going to be a great change from Captain de Vriess. Why does he think that? At what point do you think Willie begins to realize his first impression may not have been accurate? Why does he grow to hate Queeg? At what point does he realize he has more respect for de Vriess than Queeg? Use examples from the book to support your position.

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