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

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

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

4. In which branch of the military is Roberts enlisted?
(a) Marines.
(b) Navy.
(c) Coast Guard.
(d) Air Force.

5. For what is Pulver looking in Roberts' locker?
(a) A letter.
(b) A knife.
(c) A shoebox.
(d) Candy.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Pulver call the nurse with whom he is hoping to be?

2. Who reveals to Roberts that the Captain has received his transfer request letter?

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

4. Over what does the crew argue when the Captain has left the deck?

5. What position does Miss Girard hold for the nurses?

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