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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Maturin's understanding of Stanhope's deteriorating health?
(a) He thinks only a hospital can save Stanhope.
(b) He gives up on Stanhope.
(c) He fears Stanhope is contagious.
(d) He decides only surgery will help.

2. While traveling under the new orders, where does Aubrey engage in a skirmish with the French?
(a) The coast of Egypt.
(b) At Gibraltar.
(c) Harbor south of London.
(d) At a fortress near Cape Gooseberry.

3. How does Maturin handle the confession of Nicolls?
(a) He tells Nicolls he will consult with Aubrey.
(b) He suggests they immediatly return to the H.M.S. Surprise.
(c) He plays down what Nicolls has to say.
(d) He refers Nicoll's to Stanhope.

4. What does Maturin think of the gift Aubrey accepts from the captain of the Seringapatam?
(a) He uses the treasure to lecture Aubrey about debts.
(b) He relates the plumage to attraction for mating purposes.
(c) He goes on about the history of cutlery.
(d) He says jewlry is frivolous.

5. What benefit does Mr. Hervey's uncle arrange for Aubrey in Bombay?
(a) He gets pay raises for the crew.
(b) He throws a gala for Aubrey.
(c) He gets the repairs for the H.M.S. Surprise expedited.
(d) He offers Aubrey the admiral's quarters.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Maturin's preferred method of recovery when he returns to Britain from Port Mahon?

2. With what kind of communication does Aubrey augment the initial method of light flashes at Minorca?

3. What is the probable fate of many prisoners freed along with Maturin?

4. What becomes of Stanhope's entourage?

5. What do Diana and Maturin discuss about the local girl Dil?

(see the answer key)

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