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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the Captain see when he gets on deck that he considers to be insubordination by the crew?
(a) The men with their shirts off.
(b) The men talking about how much they wish they were off the ship.
(c) The men joking around and not working.
(d) Roberts and the men making fun of the Captain.

2. Because it is so hot, what happens while the sailors are unloading cargo?
(a) Some of the sailors jump into the sea for a swim.
(b) Some of the food goes bad.
(c) A sailor has an asthma attack.
(d) A sailor passes out.

3. Who reveals to Roberts that the Captain has received his transfer request letter?
(a) Pulver.
(b) The Messenger.
(c) Dolan.
(d) Doc.

4. What warning phrase do the sailors shout when spying on the women showering?
(a) Ahoy.
(b) Flash Red.
(c) May day.
(d) S.O.S.

5. During which war is this play set?
(a) World War II.
(b) Vietnam War.
(c) World War I.
(d) Korean War.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Dolan asked to do for Roberts?

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

3. What does Dowdy request from Roberts as they unload the cargo?

4. Who tells the sailors that it is time to start their daily work?

5. Why is the Captain so angry with Roberts when he comes out on deck during the supply transfer?

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