H.M.S. Surprise Test | Mid-Book Test - Hard

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H.M.S. Surprise Test | Mid-Book Test - Hard

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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. During their short trip in the rowboat, what surprising weather catches Nicolls and Maturin off guard?

2. Who conducts the inspection of H.M.S. Surprise in chapter five?

3. What is one of the results of Diana's illicit affair?

4. Is there any lingering worry tied to the escape at Port Mahon?

5. What becomes of the biological specimens collected on the rocks?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is the voyage to Kampong be good for Stephen Maturin?

2. During the inspection, under Aubrey's command, what type of state does he want the vessel to be under?

3. What are the features of port blockade for Aubrey's command ship?

4. What prospects of freedom do the freed prisoners have?

5. During Aubrey's problems in chapter four, how does the relationship between Mrs. Williams and Sophie fare?

6. Describe Dr. Stephen Maturin's relationship with Sophie Williams.

7. If the sea can represent peace to someone like Aubrey, how are the results of the terrible storm ironic?

8. During the meeting of the Lords Commissioners of the Admiralty, why is Sir Joseph Blain worried about the First Lord's mention of Dr. Stephen Maturin?

9. Why do Diana Villiers and Richard Canning leave England for India?

10. What does Maturin think of the possible consequences of the First Lord's mention of the doctor's name during a meeting?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

If it is the role of an antagonist to set obstacles in the way of the protagonist, who is then be considered the protagonist, and who is the antagonist in the novel? Explain using passages from the book.

Essay Topic 2

A long voyage could be compared to a person's life. The voyage of the H.M.S. Surprise is months long and filled with adventure as well as some tedium. How does the voyage with its unsuccessful mission represent Aubrey's life?

Essay Topic 3

Stephen Maturin does not have official status aboard the H.M.S. Surprise. Although he serves as the ship's physician, Maturin is not a naval officer. How then does he relate to the crew? How does he treat the men, and what do they think of him?

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