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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Maturin's occupation?
(a) Sailor.
(b) Writer.
(c) Banker.
(d) Scientist.

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

3. What do the crew dislike most about the Worcester?
(a) She is moldy.
(b) She is slow.
(c) She is leaky.
(d) She is old.

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

5. How does Maturin's wife describe his habits?
(a) Brilliant.
(b) Obnoxious.
(c) Fastidious.
(d) Strange.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Maturin's first name?

2. Why do the officers on the Worcester dislike Maturin?

3. Why does Maturin live away from his wife when he is in town?

4. What does Maturin say his wife does brilliantly?

5. What does Maturin's wife like to do?

(see the answer key)

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