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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Dolan think will happen to the Captain if Roberts gets transferred?
(a) The Captain will be sad but get will over it.
(b) The Captain will be ruined completely.
(c) The Captain will be thrilled to see Roberts go.
(d) The Captain will get sick.

2. What do the sailors do when they hear that their liberty is not canceled after all?
(a) They sing.
(b) They boo the Captain.
(c) They shout angrily.
(d) They give three cheers.

3. According to the Shore Patrolman, how is the Colonel viewed on the island?
(a) Negatively.
(b) People do not even know who he is.
(c) People love the Colonel.
(d) Positively.

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

5. What does Roberts say he will not do that involves the Captain?
(a) He will not ever respect the Captain.
(b) He will not walk 10 feet across the room to get anything from him.
(c) He will not offend the Captain.
(d) He will not hurt the Captain's feelings.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why has the Captain not issued the orders for the men to go ashore even though they are ready for their liberty?

2. What order does the Captain give Roberts regarding his letter writing?

3. What reasons does the Captain give for canceling liberty for the men?

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

5. What loud noise is heard in the back of the ship that causes the Captain to come out to see what is happening?

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