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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 help Aubrey's career in Chapter four?
(a) He gets Aubrey named to the House of Lords.
(b) He has Admiral Harte discredited.
(c) He gets Aubrey reassigned to the H.M.S. Lively.
(d) He has Aubrey named captain of the H.M.S. Surprise.

2. What are the losses suffered by the H.M.S. Surprise and the China fleet in their encounter with Linois?
(a) A few dead, more wounded, and damage to the ship.
(b) No damage.
(c) Aubrey is the only man wounded.
(d) Only one sailor is killed.

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

4. How does Mr. Nicolls, the second lieutenant, appear during the inspection?
(a) He is late and then rude to the other officers.
(b) He is a good example for the rest of the sailors.
(c) He refuses to appear on deck.
(d) He is dirty and unkept.

5. Who surprises Maturin and Diana with an early arrival?
(a) Bonden.
(b) Dil.
(c) Canning.
(d) Stanhope.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Sir Joseph Blain discuss with Maturin after the lecture?

2. How does Mr. Stourton become first lieutenant on H.M.S. Surprise?

3. Besides seeking treatment in England, what else does Maturin think helps him recover his health after Port Mahon?

4. At the end of chapter six, where does the ship arrive at harbor?

5. Why does the swell aid Aubrey and the China fleet?

(see the answer key)

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