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

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

3. Why does Roberts shut off the radio?
(a) The reports about the war action make him angry.
(b) He decides to try and take a nap.
(c) There is too much static to hear the reports.
(d) Only songs in foreign languages are playing.

4. What does Doc think about the cargo ship?
(a) That is smells like fish and sweat.
(b) That is performs a necessary job in the war.
(c) That is it like being on a cruise ship.
(d) That it is pointless in comparison with other ships.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. During which war is this play set?

2. When will Roberts finally respect Pulver?

3. For what is Pulver looking in Roberts' locker?

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

5. What type of study does Roberts quit before becoming a sailor?

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