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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Atkins and Stanhope are lectured about sailing by what man?
(a) Mr. Smith.
(b) Maturin.
(c) Bonden.
(d) Aubrey.

2. What gruesome occurrence follows the French attempt to retaliate on gunboats against Aubrey and H.M.S. Lively?
(a) Pressed Asian sailors laughter at every French attacker.
(b) English crewI ignores white flag and continues to attack.
(c) Aubrey's crew tortures French captives.
(d) French gunboats sink.

3. What is Captain Aubrey's attitude toward an opportunity to command H.M.S. Surprise?
(a) He thinks his career will stall.
(b) He fears he owes too much to Maturin.
(c) He is thrilled.
(d) He is disappointed that he doesn't get a better offer.

4. In chapter six, how long is Maturin on the rocky islets?
(a) For weeks.
(b) Three days.
(c) 24 hours.
(d) 7 days.

5. What does Canning do to Maturin?
(a) He ruins Maturin's reputation.
(b) He has Maturin thrown into jail.
(c) He hits Maturin.
(d) He stabs Maturin.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Aubrey watch Maturin alone during the difficult part of recovery after the duel?

2. What French information that Aubrey acquires aids in his sailing into Port Mahon?

3. The islet of St. Paul's Rocks is located where?

4. Who is Richard Canning?

5. Who is Fanshaw?

(see the answer key)

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