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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Maturin avoid Dutourd?
(a) He wants to set a good example.
(b) He thinks he is boring.
(c) He might recognize Maturin.
(d) He has had a bad fight with him.

2. What floats around Surprise in the ocean?
(a) Porous rock from the meteorites.
(b) Jelly fish by the thousands.
(c) Dead sea creatures.
(d) Phosphoric acid.

3. Why do Martin and Maturin go aboard the Franklin?
(a) They didn't go aboard the Franklin.
(b) To resupply their medicines.
(c) To administer medical aid.
(d) To say burial services.

4. Upon what type of navigation do the ships in this era rely?
(a) Celestial.
(b) Compass.
(c) Seat of the pants.
(d) GPS.

5. What does Dutourd ignore when aboard the Surprise?
(a) What is happening to his crew.
(b) Any request that he work.
(c) Any questions of his legality.
(d) Naval traditions.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the worst situation on Franklin?

2. What does Martin do that is noticeable to Maturin?

3. What does Aubrey think weather and sea conditions might mean?

4. What does Maturin conclude about Martin?

5. What main part of Franklin do the carpenters have to replace?

(see the answer key)

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