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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What animal does Maturin catch on the coast of Brazil?
(a) Albatross.
(b) A new species of crab.
(c) Monkey.
(d) Sloth.

2. As the voyage progresses around South America, does the health of Stanhope improve?
(a) He does not regain good health.
(b) He loses the use of his legs.
(c) He shows marked improvement.
(d) He returns to perfect health.

3. What is the general attitude towards Mr. Atkins?
(a) Maturin likes and respects Atkins.
(b) Only Stanhope likes Atkins.
(c) The crew members like Atkins.
(d) Only Aubrey befriends Atkins.

4. What affect does the heat and exposure on St. Paul's Rocks have on Stephen Maturin.
(a) He becomes depressed.
(b) He regains his health.
(c) His health deteriorates.
(d) He begins to experience hallucinations.

5. 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 are delayed for weeks.
(c) They wait for three days.
(d) They leave the afternoon after the prisoners are freed.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. How many of the French soldiers guarding the prisoners at Port Mahon escape harm?

3. At the close of chapter three, what symbol of peace does Aubrey return to?

4. What does Maragall arrange to ease Aubrey's arrival at Port Mahon?

5. Who is appointed as acting third lieutenant after Maturin returns without Nicolls?

(see the answer key)

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