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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 4 and 5.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Who disobeys the order to leave the birds on the ship alone?
(a) Mowett.
(b) Maturin.
(c) Dundas.
(d) Somers.

3. What kind of birds flocks over the blockade?
(a) Crows.
(b) Cranes.
(c) Seagulls.
(d) Quail.

4. What has earned the Worcester its nick-name?
(a) It has many guns on it.
(b) It was used by pirates for some time.
(c) Many people recognize it readily.
(d) Many corners were cut in the building of it.

5. Who is England at conflict with in this book?
(a) India.
(b) France.
(c) Spain.
(d) Germany.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the Worcester crew made up of?

2. What do the crew do when the birds land on the ship?

3. How does Maturin's wife describe his habits?

4. What kind of people will the Worcester deliver to destinations?

5. Who gets mad about the treatment of the birds that land on the ship?

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