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

2. What does the Captain assume about Pulver since he never sees Pulver around?
(a) That Pulver is lazy.
(b) That Pulver is always busy doing his job.
(c) That Pulver is always a step ahead.
(d) Tha Pulver is sneaking off the ship.

3. Besides the nearby island, on what does Dowdy comment when he first joins Roberts?
(a) The captain.
(b) The breakfast they have had that morning.
(c) His aching back.
(d) The heat.

4. What is Dolan asked to do for Roberts?
(a) Type a letter.
(b) Leave him alone.
(c) Cover his chores.
(d) Iron his uniform.

5. How does Doc describe the desire to fight?
(a) It is a reflex.
(b) It is a passion.
(c) It is a stupid decision.
(d) It is a life's calling.

Short Answer Questions

1. What order does the captain shout to the men about their shirts?

2. What type of fruit is in the crates Roberts gives to the officer?

3. Why does Roberts shut off the radio?

4. What warning phrase do the sailors shout when spying on the women showering?

5. How does the Captain punish Roberts when he becomes angry at Roberts for disobeying him?

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