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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Captain Aubrey's attitude toward an opportunity to command H.M.S. Surprise?
(a) He fears he owes too much to Maturin.
(b) He is thrilled.
(c) He thinks his career will stall.
(d) He is disappointed that he doesn't get a better offer.

2. What problems, if any, does the inspection of the H.M.S. Surprise uncover?
(a) Stanhope's official papers are missing.
(b) The inspection doesn't find any problems.
(c) The stored sails begin to mold.
(d) Silver is missing from the captain's quarters.

3. What is special about Sundays and debts in early 1800s England?
(a) Sunday is a debtor's holiday.
(b) Sundays are when debts come due.
(c) Sunday is when prisoners are allowed home visits.
(d) Sunday is when interest on loans is compounded.

4. How does Maturin handle the confession of Nicolls?
(a) He plays down what Nicolls has to say.
(b) He refers Nicoll's to Stanhope.
(c) He tells Nicolls he will consult with Aubrey.
(d) He suggests they immediatly return to the H.M.S. Surprise.

5. Nicolls confesses what to Maturin on their journey?
(a) He talks about his early life as a thief.
(b) He has strange medical symptoms.
(c) He wants to command his own ship.
(d) He is engaged in adultery.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What travel plans does Sir Joseph arrange for Maturin after the physician's ordeal at Minorca?

3. When does Aubrey first go ashore at Minorca?

4. Who visit Maturin during his convalescence to record his experiences with the French at Minorca?

5. Who conducts the inspection of H.M.S. Surprise in chapter five?

(see the answer key)

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