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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. What order does the Captain give Roberts regarding his letter writing?
(a) Roberts is not to write any more letters.
(b) Roberts can write another letter once he has been more obedient.
(c) Roberts cannot order other men to write his letters.
(d) Roberts has to write more convincing letters.

2. What item is a trophy of excellence for the Captain?
(a) A gold compass.
(b) A leather bound book.
(c) A trophy.
(d) A palm tree.

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

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

5. Who says that Roberts' is stupid for "chasing death?"
(a) Dolan.
(b) The Captain.
(c) Doc.
(d) Pulver.

Short Answer Questions

1. What drink do Miss Girard and Roberts joke is their favorite?

2. At what port are the sailors going to have liberty?

3. What does Doc think about the cargo ship?

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

5. What lies about the ship does Pulver tell Miss Girard?

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