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

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 find Mr. Canning's home.
(c) They set out for the H.M.S. Surprise.
(d) They visit Sir Joseph and Mr. Waring.

2. What diet addition helps the crew of the H.M.S. Surprise combat scurvy?
(a) More salt.
(b) More protein.
(c) Calcium in cheese.
(d) Fresh vegetables and citrus fruit.

3. Which enemy ship does Aubrey think equals in battle to the H.M.S. Surprise?
(a) Belle Poule.
(b) China fleet's flagship.
(c) Symillante.
(d) H.M.S. Surprise has no equal.

4. What does Sir Joseph Blain discuss with Maturin after the lecture?
(a) Maturin's illicit affair.
(b) French breaking the blockade.
(c) Maturin's identity being disclosed.
(d) Their trip to South Africa.

5. What becomes of the biological specimens collected on the rocks?
(a) Maturin tosses them into the sea.
(b) Maturin protects them under the capsized boat.
(c) Maturin stores them in a small cave.
(d) Almost all are lost.

Short Answer Questions

1. In chapter two, where is Maturin imprisoned?

2. While traveling under the new orders, where does Aubrey engage in a skirmish with the French?

3. How prosperous is the China fleet?

4. What does Aubrey hope to make the Port Mahon rescue appear to be?

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

(see the answer key)

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