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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following characters is the ship's surgeon?
(a) Aubrey
(b) Maturin
(c) Harte
(d) Bradby

2. Which of the following characters has a cousin joining the ship?
(a) Richards
(b) Ricketts
(c) Williams
(d) Dillon

3. Why didn't Jack recognize all of the dishes on the table from what they ordered?
(a) There was a language breakdown
(b) Stephen ordered some
(c) The waiter made mistakes in their order
(d) They wanted to try something new

4. Which of the following does Jack indicate he relied on for his own promotion?
(a) Very important acts
(b) Brave deeds
(c) Saving the right person
(d) A bit of luck

5. What does Mr. Ricketts teach a rudimentary course in what subject to Jack?
(a) Surgery
(b) Ship management
(c) Crew rules
(d) Bookkeeping

Short Answer Questions

1. How many men were aboard the Sophia who were also aboard the Charlotte?

2. Where was the gunner injured?

3. Which of the following is the best synonym for the word erudition in the following sentence: Stephen amazed Jack with his erudition in pointing out one special dish.

4. Which of the following characters is the Commandant of all of the British Navy Captains stationed at Mahon?

5. What does Jack imagine using to beat down Maturin?

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