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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Where does Pulver hide the letter Dolan has typed for Roberts?
(a) In his closet
(b) Under a blanket.
(c) In his shoes.
(d) Under his bed.

3. Which of the following does Roberts not say about Pulver?
(a) He is a great guy.
(b) He is too preoccupied by sex.
(c) He is a great shot.
(d) He is lazy.

4. What position on the ship does Pulver hold?
(a) Captain.
(b) Engineer.
(c) Ensign.
(d) First Mate.

5. Why do the sailors want to go to an island near their ship?
(a) For more supplies.
(b) They are sea sick.
(c) For liberty.
(d) To be placed on a new ship.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Dolan asked to do for Roberts?

2. At the beginning of the play, with which shipmate is Roberts talking?

3. What does Pulver say he is going to put under the Captain's bed?

4. How long has it been since the sailors have had a vacation?

5. What does Doc say Pulver has been telling him?

(see the answer key)

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