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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. While in Bombay, what does Maturin learn becomes of Sophie's sisters?
(a) They both find jobs as governesses.
(b) They are both married.
(c) They move to Scotland.
(d) One sister is pregnant and the other runs away.

2. How does Mrs. Williams react to Aubrey's situation in chapter four?
(a) She shuns Aubrey outside the House of Lords.
(b) She uses Aubry's misfortune to forbid Sophie's seeing him.
(c) She encourages Maturin to help Aubrey.
(d) She offers Aubrey financial help.

3. What is the coast like where Aubrey goes ashore at Minorca?
(a) Sheltered cove near the shipbuilding yard.
(b) Small French fort.
(c) Deserted area of the coast.
(d) Bustling port city.

4. About what woman does Maturin think during chapter six?
(a) Mrs. Williams.
(b) Mr. Nicolls' widow.
(c) Diana Villiers.
(d) Sophia.

5. What is the general attitude towards Mr. Atkins?
(a) Only Aubrey befriends Atkins.
(b) The crew members like Atkins.
(c) Maturin likes and respects Atkins.
(d) Only Stanhope likes Atkins.

Short Answer Questions

1. At the beginning of the book, with whom is Dr. Stephen Maturin recently involved romantically?

2. What does Stanhope's physical condition push Aubrey to do in spite of safety concerns?

3. Where does Aubrey meet with Sophie when he leaves the Grapes?

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

5. In chapter one, under what circumstances do Sir Joseph Blain, Admiral Harte, and various other political and military figures meet?

(see the answer key)

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