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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 2 and 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Aubrey delay setting sail on the Worcester?
(a) He needs a favorable wind.
(b) He needs the all clear signal.
(c) He is waiting for Maturin.
(d) He is waiting for his paper.

2. What is the nick-name of the Worcester?
(a) The Avenger.
(b) The Bait and Thief.
(c) One of the Forty Thieves.
(d) The Trap.

3. Why do the officers on the Worcester dislike Maturin?
(a) He is quiet and morose.
(b) He is late to board.
(c) He is favored by the captain.
(d) He is richer than they.

4. How does Maturin feel about Aubrey?
(a) They are complete opposites.
(b) They are co-workers.
(c) They were enemies in the past.
(d) They are best friends.

5. What does Aubrey dislike about his father?
(a) His treatment of his new wife.
(b) His debt.
(c) His political impropriety.
(d) All of these.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is badly injured after the run-in with the Jemmapes?

2. Why does Maturin take pity on Yeats?

3. What causes the fear of the Jemmapes after they are fired on?

4. What keeps Maturin away from home for long periods of time?

5. What do the crew dislike most about the Worcester?

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