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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At the close of chapter three, what symbol of peace does Aubrey return to?
(a) Sophia's home.
(b) The sea.
(c) England.
(d) Familiar monotony of picket blockade.

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

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

4. How successful is Aubrey's message of flashes when he first gets to Minorca?
(a) He gets no replay from Maturin.
(b) He gets Maturin's signals back .
(c) He draws attention of the French.
(d) He misreads the response.

5. What is the probable fate of many prisoners freed along with Maturin?
(a) They swim to a nearby island.
(b) They join the crew of H.M.S. Lively.
(c) They die of torture injuries.
(d) They are recaptured and put to death.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Maturin's understanding of Stanhope's deteriorating health?

2. What is Maturin's reaction to the heat he experiences on the side trip with Nicolls?

3. What are the losses suffered by the H.M.S. Surprise and the China fleet in their encounter with Linois?

4. What gruesome occurrence follows the French attempt to retaliate on gunboats against Aubrey and H.M.S. Lively?

5. What is the intended use of the gift Jack Aubrey accepts on behalf of Sophie from the captain of the Seringapatam?

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