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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After the secret meeting with Sophie in chapter four, where does Aubrey go with Maturin?
(a) They travel together to Bath.
(b) They set out for the H.M.S. Surprise.
(c) They find Mr. Canning's home.
(d) They visit Sir Joseph and Mr. Waring.

2. 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 disappointed that he doesn't get a better offer.
(c) He thinks his career will stall.
(d) He is thrilled.

3. Captain Jack Aubrey leaves the blockade when ordered to go where?
(a) To head for the Netherlands.
(b) To Minorca.
(c) Back to England.
(d) To India.

4. Whom do Aubrey and his men plan to free at Port Mahon?
(a) All prisoners held by the French.
(b) Only Maturin.
(c) Sailors captured the night before.
(d) Chinese prisoners.

5. Why does the First Lord's mention of Stephen Maturin shock and dismay Sir Joseph Blain?
(a) It's inappropriate to mention criminal activity.
(b) Maturin's identity as intelligence agent is leaked.
(c) Sir Joseph is jealous of Maturin's fame.
(d) Maturin's case is already settled.

Short Answer Questions

1. In chapter two, where is Maturin imprisoned?

2. Where does Sophie's meeting with Maturin in chapter one take place?

3. In chapter five, does the envoy Stanhope enjoy his voyage on H.M.S. Surprise?

4. What close friend do Sophie and Dr. Stephen Maturin have in common?

5. What becomes of Mr. Nicolls in chapter five?

(see the answer key)

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