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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Besides seeking treatment in England, what else does Maturin think helps him recover his health after Port Mahon?
(a) He wants to travel to South Africa.
(b) He favors a hot, humid climate.
(c) A northern, colder climate is Maturin's preference while he tries to recover.
(d) He asks his friends to leave him in peace

2. What gift does the Seringapatam's captain make to Jack Aubrey?
(a) A bird of paradise.
(b) A finely detailed sword.
(c) Some captured treasure.
(d) Pearls for Sophia.

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

4. How do Maturin's travel plans in chapter four involve Mr. Stanhope?
(a) Maturin hires Mr. Stanhope for the voyage.
(b) Stanhope will captain Maturin's vessel.
(c) Stanhope is the envoy going to Kampong.
(d) Stanhope is the steward assigned to Aubrey.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. As the voyage progresses around South America, does the health of Stanhope improve?

2. What is Aubrey's fate upon return to England from Port Mahon??

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

4. When Aubrey first goes ashore on Minorca, who approaches him and wants to talk about Maturin?

5. What does Aubrey show Maturin when they climb into the foretop?

(see the answer key)

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