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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 11.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

3. What becomes of Mr. Nicolls in chapter five?
(a) He is washed off the rocks and lost.
(b) He is promoted to first lieutenant.
(c) He abandons Maturin to return to the ship alone.
(d) He is injured in the storm.

4. Where does H.M.S. Lively help run a frigate-picket blockade in chapter two?
(a) Off the coast of Toulon.
(b) French colonies in the New World.
(c) Near the coast of India.
(d) French port of Le Havre.

5. As H.M.S. Surprise turns toward home, what group of ships does it first encounter?
(a) Local fishing boats.
(b) French armada.
(c) Spanish vessels.
(d) China fleet.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Maturin react to what Sir Joseph tells him at their meeting after the lecture?

2. Which enemy ship does Aubrey think equals in battle to the H.M.S. Surprise?

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

4. What does Maturin suggest in his letter to Diana after the duel?

5. Who leads the French Armada?

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