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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Which of the following characters' death is included in the Sophie's log?
(a) Mahon
(b) Aubrey
(c) Queenie
(d) Gouges

3. Who calls out when land is spotted aboard the Sophie?
(a) Masthead
(b) Midshipman
(c) Starboard watchman
(d) Bowmansmate

4. Which of the following words/phrases did Jack NOT think describing Maturin during the concert?
(a) Poor demeanor
(b) Ancient wig
(c) Well-groomed
(d) White-faced creature

5. Which of the following does Dillon not admit to Stephen in relation to Captain Aubrey?
(a) He is surprised that the captain has a patriotic motive for the war.
(b) He does not admire the captain at all.
(c) He is unhappy to be passed over for promotion.
(d) He is unhappy to be working for a prize-happy captain.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was Gouges holding when he died?

2. Which of the following is the best definition for the term epaulette?

3. Who do Stephen and Jack visit at the dockyard after the snake incident?

4. Which of the following terms best describes the type of thoughts Jack had when Maturin elbowed him during the concert?

5. For what does Stephen use the extra room that Jack offers him?

Short Essay Questions

1. What did Dillon come to Jack's quarters to discuss which might cause problems with the sailing?

2. What did Maturin say to Jack on their first encounter?

3. How does Jack react to the snake and what does the snake scene show about the character of Jack?

4. What does Mowett say as he is guiding Stephen down from the top of the ship?

5. Why don't Maturin and Dillon tell everyone that they know each other?

6. Describe in detail what a sin-eater is.

7. How did Jack know that the Moors had called for surrender?

8. Describe Jack's personal view of the flogging he does to his crew.

9. Describe where the opening scene of this novel takes place and be sure to include descriptions of the actions occurring as well as the setting.

10. What amazed Stephen while the crew was practicing beat to quarters?

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