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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Roberts shut off the radio?
(a) There is too much static to hear the reports.
(b) The reports about the war action make him angry.
(c) He decides to try and take a nap.
(d) Only songs in foreign languages are playing.

2. What item does Pulver create to leave under the Captain's bed?
(a) A stink bomb.
(b) A firecracker.
(c) A dead fish.
(d) A whoopie cusion.

3. How does Roberts respond when the Doc accuses him of thinking that the crew owes him something?
(a) He says that is not how he feels.
(b) He says they do owe him.
(c) He says the Doc is right.
(d) He says nothing and walks away.

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

5. Why does the Captain not want Roberts to leave his ship?
(a) He is afraid for Roberts' safety if he goes to battle.
(b) He will miss Roberts' friendship too much.
(c) Because Roberts' skills help the Captain.
(d) He wants to make Roberts miserable.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which sailor does the Captain say does not have the guts to destroy the palm tree?

2. In which branch of the military is Roberts enlisted?

3. What does the Captain say the soldiers will do until he discovers who got rid of his palm tree?

4. What does Roberts pick up at the end of Act 1, Scene 4?

5. When pressured to sign the transfer request, what does Roberts do?

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