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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 has given Miss Girard the nickname "Red Label?"
(a) Her mother.
(b) One of the other nurses.
(c) Pulver.
(d) Her sister.

2. In what geographical location are the sailors having their liberty?
(a) Japan.
(b) The Caribbean.
(c) Polynesia.
(d) The North Atlantic.

3. How does the Captain punish Roberts when he becomes angry at Roberts for disobeying him?
(a) He is placed in solitary confinement.
(b) He cannot go to the island any more.
(c) He has to swab the entire deck.
(d) He is confined to his quarters.

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

5. What position does Roberts truly hold on the ship?
(a) Laundry officer.
(b) First mate.
(c) Cook.
(d) Executive officer.

Short Answer Questions

1. What are Pulver, Doc, and Roberts making with Coca Cola, medication, alcohol, and iodine?

2. Over what does the crew argue when the Captain has left the deck?

3. What does Roberts do to Pulver in jest when the Captain leaves the deck?

4. Why does the Captain tell Roberts not to release any of the fresh fruit while they are unloading cargo?

5. During which war is this play set?

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