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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In chapter two, where is Maturin imprisoned?
(a) In London.
(b) Stockade near Paris.
(c) On a French ship.
(d) Port Mahon.

2. In chapter thret, how do Aubrey and members of his crew gain access to Port Mahon?
(a) They use Maragall's Spanish boat.
(b) They use the French boat they capture.
(c) They pretend to be a group of fishermen.
(d) They use the cover of the night.

3. Who wants to examine the biological specimens on St. Paul's Rocks?
(a) Maturin.
(b) Aubrey.
(c) Stanhope.
(d) Mr. White.

4. 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 is engaged in adultery.
(d) He wants to command his own ship.

5. What is Nicolls' general state of mind when he takes the side trip with Maturin?
(a) He is anxious to further his career.
(b) He is in despair.
(c) He is enthusiastic about the voyage.
(d) He is unhappy with Aubrey's treatment of him.

Short Answer Questions

1. By what means does Aubrey sneak away from the Grapes in order to meet with Sophie?

2. How does H.M.S. Lively get messages and mail while on blockade duty?

3. Why is Jack Aubrey familiar with Port Mahon?

4. How long does the rescue of Maturin take?

5. Why does the First Lord's mention of Stephen Maturin shock and dismay Sir Joseph Blain?

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