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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How long has it been since the sailors have had a vacation?
(a) Two years.
(b) 18 months.
(c) Six months.
(d) One year.

2. What do the sailors notice is being built on a nearby island?
(a) Schools.
(b) An airport.
(c) A hotel.
(d) Hospitals.

3. At the beginning of the play, with which shipmate is Roberts talking?
(a) Matthews.
(b) Doc.
(c) Jacoby.
(d) Mannion.

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

5. What type of study does Roberts quit before becoming a sailor?
(a) Graduate school.
(b) Veterinary school.
(c) Law school.
(d) Medical school.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the Captain say Roberts' letters will do for his reputation?

2. When will Roberts finally respect Pulver?

3. According to the Captain, Pulver is the only officer who does what to the Captain?

4. What order does the Captain give Roberts regarding his letter writing?

5. What lies about the ship does Pulver tell Miss Girard?

(see the answer key)

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