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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What gift does the Seringapatam's captain make to Jack Aubrey?
(a) Some captured treasure.
(b) A finely detailed sword.
(c) A bird of paradise.
(d) Pearls for Sophia.

2. Who represents the East India Company in Calcutta?
(a) Bowes.
(b) Canning.
(c) Mr. Atkins.
(d) Commodore Moffit.

3. Why is Jack Aubrey familiar with Port Mahon?
(a) He vacations there with Sophia.
(b) He once lives at Port Mahon.
(c) He visits Maturin's nearby estate.
(d) He meets Diana Villiers there.

4. Who conducts the inspection of H.M.S. Surprise in chapter five?
(a) Mr. White.
(b) Maturin.
(c) Aubrey.
(d) Admiral Harte.

5. Who is appointed as acting third lieutenant after Maturin returns without Nicolls?
(a) Blain.
(b) Bonden.
(c) Babbington.
(d) No one.

Short Answer Questions

1. As H.M.S. Surprise turns toward home, what group of ships does it first encounter?

2. What is Maturin's reaction to the heat he experiences on the side trip with Nicolls?

3. Is Maturin able to make use of the rowboat?

4. In what direction is the H.M.S. Surprise headed while in the sea near Brazil?

5. How does Maturin help Aubrey's career in Chapter four?

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