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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is Bob Morley?
(a) A retired Rear Admiral.
(b) Maturin's longtime nemesis.
(c) Aubrey's longtime nemesis.
(d) An old friend of both Aubrey and Maturin.

2. To what does Stephen admit when he asks a favor of Jack?
(a) That Stephen has received orders from naval intelligence.
(b) That Stephen already knows what Aubrey's orders are.
(c) That Aubrey will do most anything for Maturin.
(d) That Stephen's mission is personal.

3. Why is Maturin excited to hear Coleman and Brigid?
(a) To realize that Coleman is such a kind man.
(b) To realize that Brigid learns very quickly.
(c) To hear Brigid laugh.
(d) To realize that Brigid can speak.

4. Where is Maturin almost overtaken while riding?
(a) At the Thames river bridge.
(b) On the edge of the woods of his estate.
(c) Near the gallows.
(d) At the docks.

5. Why are Jack's men thrilled about Aurora's work?
(a) They believe in the immorality of slavery.
(b) There is a bounty on freed slaves.
(c) That they did not have to go out.
(d) They think they will now be able to leave Freetown.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Maturin do that disappoints the crews?

2. What does Stephen ask of Mr. Houmouzios?

3. What does Square agree to do?

4. What does Mrs. Williams' snide remark concern about Aubrey's uniform?

5. How does Mrs. Williams feel about her recent conversation with Clarissa?

(see the answer key)

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