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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

3. Why does Maturin live away from his wife when he is in town?
(a) It is the fashion of the time.
(b) It saves them money.
(c) He chooses to do so.
(d) She has commanded him to.

4. What is Mowett's title in the Navy?
(a) Admiral.
(b) Commandant.
(c) Second Lieutenant.
(d) Corporal.

5. What does Maturin do for the Navy?
(a) He is a cartographer.
(b) He is a sailor.
(c) All of these.
(d) He is a secret agent.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Aubrey's first name?

2. Who is England at conflict with in this book?

3. Where will Aubrey go if he refuses the post on the Worcester?

4. What does Mowett scold Maturin for on the ship?

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

(see the answer key)

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