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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In chapter thret, how do Aubrey and members of his crew gain access to Port Mahon?
(a) They use Maragall's Spanish boat.
(b) They pretend to be a group of fishermen.
(c) They use the French boat they capture.
(d) They use the cover of the night.

2. After the prison rescue, how long do Aubrey and his men wait before leaving Port Mahon?
(a) They sail as soon as assembled.
(b) They wait for three days.
(c) They are delayed for weeks.
(d) They leave the afternoon after the prisoners are freed.

3. Besides the squall that maroons Maturin, what other frustrating weather does the H.M.S. Surprise experience near Brazil?
(a) Dry weather that depletes the drinking water.
(b) Clouds that affect navigation.
(c) Calm winds and excessive heat.
(d) Dangerous tradewinds.

4. What ideas does Aubrey take from his time with the China fleet?
(a) A new approach to discipline.
(b) Better food on the China's flagship,
(c) Maneuvers to use on the French.
(d) A new method of rigging.

5. As H.M.S. Surprise turns toward home, what group of ships does it first encounter?
(a) Spanish vessels.
(b) French armada.
(c) Local fishing boats.
(d) China fleet.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Aubrey realize when he returns to the China fleet?

2. Which enemy ship does Aubrey think equals in battle to the H.M.S. Surprise?

3. Whom do Aubrey and his men plan to free at Port Mahon?

4. What does Maturin have Aubrey's men take from the Port Mahon prison?

5. Is the onslaught of the Port Mahon prison carried out by Aubrey's men a success?

(see the answer key)

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