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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. Who says that Roberts' is stupid for "chasing death?"
(a) The Captain.
(b) Doc.
(c) Pulver.
(d) Dolan.

2. How does Roberts respond when the messenger tells him the Captain would like to see him?
(a) Roberts says he will be there in 30 minutes.
(b) Roberts goes running.
(c) Roberts says he is too busy doing his job.
(d) Roberts says nothing and walks away.

3. Why can't Pulver have lunch with the Captain?
(a) He has to finish his chores.
(b) He is on watch for the afternoon.
(c) The Captain has ordered him to his barracks.
(d) He has to go to the hospital on the island.

4. When Miss Girard talks about her nickname, how does Pulver respond?
(a) He gets very embarrassed.
(b) He tells her she is being inappropriate.
(c) He tells her a story about his nickname.
(d) He tells her he does not know about what she is talking.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Dolan asked to do for Roberts?

2. Besides the nearby island, on what does Dowdy comment when he first joins Roberts?

3. When will Roberts finally respect Pulver?

4. Who reveals to Roberts that the Captain has received his transfer request letter?

5. Why does Miss Girard ask Pulver to call a boat?

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