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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is the Captain so angry with Roberts when he comes out on deck during the supply transfer?
(a) Because Roberts disobeyed his orders about the fruit.
(b) Because he has just received Roberts' letter.
(c) All answers are correct
(d) Because the men do not have their shirts on.

2. What might Roberts get if he does a good job keeping the crew in line?
(a) A promotion.
(b) An upgrade to a single cabin.
(c) An extended leave.
(d) A transfer to a battleship.

3. What happens to the Captain every time he gets angry at Roberts?
(a) He is left speechless.
(b) He cries.
(c) He hits things.
(d) He gets nauseated.

4. At the end of Act 2, Scene 2, how does the crew feel about Roberts' attitude?
(a) They feel it has changed in a bad way.
(b) They agree one hundred percent with his attitude.
(c) They feel excited about his attitude.
(d) They feel inspired by his attitude.

5. What type of fruit is in the crates Roberts gives to the officer?
(a) Bananas.
(b) Pears.
(c) Apples.
(d) Oranges.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Dolan, why has Roberts allowed the Captain to speak to him the way he does in Act 2, Scene 2?

2. According to Dolan, the communication he receives asking men to apply for a transfer also asks them to have how many years experience?

3. Why does Roberts shut off the radio?

4. What does the Captain say when Roberts goes to stand with the men?

5. What does Dowdy request from Roberts as they unload the cargo?

(see the answer key)

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