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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why do Mr. White and Mr. Berkeley second guess their effort to come on the voyage of the H.M.S. Surprise?
(a) They are paid poorly by Stanhope.
(b) They resent the way they are treated by the crew.
(c) They are frightened by a severe storm.
(d) They are embarrassed to be of no help.

2. Is the onslaught of the Port Mahon prison carried out by Aubrey's men a success?
(a) They are stalled by weather delay.
(b) They successfully take the prison.
(c) They rescue prisoners but French guards escape.
(d) They abandon plans to take the prison.

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

4. Which enemy ship does Aubrey think equals in battle to the H.M.S. Surprise?
(a) H.M.S. Surprise has no equal.
(b) Belle Poule.
(c) China fleet's flagship.
(d) Symillante.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the probable fate of many prisoners freed along with Maturin?

2. After the prison rescue, how long do Aubrey and his men wait before leaving Port Mahon?

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

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

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

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