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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scenes 5 and 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to the Captain, what "pre-voked" him about the men getting liberty?
(a) That it was arranged by Roberts and the Port Director.
(b) That liberty means the men will get lazy.
(c) That the men have only one week of liberty.
(d) That it is not at the port he requested.

2. How long does the officer picking up supplies say it has been since his ship has had fresh fruit?
(a) One year.
(b) Five months.
(c) Two months.
(d) Four months.

3. What position on the ship does Pulver hold?
(a) Captain.
(b) First Mate.
(c) Engineer.
(d) Ensign.

4. Why is the Captain so angry with Roberts when he comes out on deck during the supply transfer?
(a) Because Roberts disobeyed his orders about the fruit.
(b) Because he has just received Roberts' letter.
(c) Because the men do not have their shirts on.
(d) All answers are correct

5. What position does Miss Girard hold for the nurses?
(a) Laundry officer.
(b) Nurses assistant.
(c) Mail officer.
(d) Head nurse.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Doc describe the desire to fight?

2. What does the Captain say Roberts must do so that the men will be allowed liberty?

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

4. After finishing his notice about liberty being canceled, at what does the Captain glance?

5. Why do the sailors want to go to an island near their ship?

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