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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. From what unusual item does the crew pour alcohol when they drink a toast to Roberts?
(a) An oil can.
(b) A shoe.
(c) A mop bucket.
(d) A fire extinguisher.

3. What image is on the homemade medal the crew presents to Roberts?
(a) A gun.
(b) A flag.
(c) A star.
(d) A palm tree.

4. According to Dowdy, why is the Captain not showing a movie again?
(a) Because no one came to the last movie showing.
(b) Because the VCR is still broken.
(c) Because one sailor took his shirt off.
(d) Because no movie has been delivered to the ship.

5. Where does Pulver hide the letter Dolan has typed for Roberts?
(a) Under his bed.
(b) In his closet
(c) In his shoes.
(d) Under a blanket.

Short Answer Questions

1. What type of men does the Captain say he resents?

2. What type of fruit is in the crates Roberts gives to the officer?

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

4. How does Roberts seem to view the cargo ship's role in the war compared with a battleship's role in the war?

5. What does the inscription on the medal say?

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