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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 is the Surprise going to her destination port when she leaves in Chapter 2?
(a) To drop off some high paying passengers.
(b) To pursue a French battle fleet.
(c) To interfere in political developments.
(d) To pick up a paying load.

2. Where does Surprise leave England?
(a) New Newington.
(b) Near London.
(c) Near Portsmouth.
(d) Near Land's End.

3. From what does Standish suffer as Surprise continues her voyage?
(a) Asthma.
(b) Seasickness.
(c) Alcoholism.
(d) Gout.

4. How does Aubrey respond to Standish's request from question #44?
(a) Denies his request.
(b) Tells him he will think about it.
(c) Tells him he has to stay on the ship until the next port.
(d) Grants his request.

5. What does Maturin say when Martin asks him about the laudanum?
(a) He overestimated its efficacy.
(b) He doesn't use it anymore.
(c) He is using huge amounts.
(d) He wants to start his habit back up.

Short Answer Questions

1. For what position has Martin been educated?

2. In what does Maturin instruct Standish as the ship enters the first port?

3. What kind of sailor is Pullings?

4. What position does Tom Pullings hold on the Surprise?

5. Who will lead the British delegation to Pulo Prabang?

(see the answer key)

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