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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Maturin react to what Sir Joseph tells him at their meeting after the lecture?
(a) He does not believe Sir Joseph.
(b) He determines to complete his mission,
(c) He leaves for South Africa.
(d) He decides to call off his mission.

2. To what kind of lecture does Maturin go to in Chapter one?
(a) Political lecture.
(b) Bird watching lecture.
(c) A lecture on insects.
(d) A lecture on human anatomy.

3. What is one of the results of Diana's illicit affair?
(a) Her move to India to avoid the scandal.
(b) Her forced wedding.
(c) Her move to South Africa.
(d) Diana's separation from her lover.

4. What close friend do Sophie and Dr. Stephen Maturin have in common?
(a) Admiral Harte.
(b) Sophie's sister Cecilia.
(c) First Lord of the Lords Commissioners.
(d) Jack Aubrey.

5. What does Maturin receive from England while he is in Bombay?
(a) Official reports and letters from Sophie.
(b) Books about nature.
(c) Money from friends.
(d) Several letters from Diana.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Aubrey realize when he returns to the China fleet?

2. At the close of chapter three, what symbol of peace does Aubrey return to?

3. From whom does Aubrey receive several personal letters in Chapter two?

4. Which enemy ship does Aubrey think equals in battle to the H.M.S. Surprise?

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

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