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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. About what does Aubrey express anxiety?
(a) His new command.
(b) Sophie delivering at her age.
(c) If Surprise will be large enough to serve as the flag vessel.
(d) Sophie having to deal with her mother day in and out.

2. What will Aubrey be receiving for his next assignment?
(a) A small squadron.
(b) A new surgeon.
(c) A new first mate.
(d) A new ship of the line.

3. Why doesn't Stephen write down information about his trip as he usually does?
(a) He has several sick sailors to tend to.
(b) Aubrey needs to discuss strategy with him.
(c) He forgot to lay in more paper on board.
(d) He is not feeling well.

4. What is the Theban Legion:?
(a) It is not mentioned in the book.
(b) One of the most well-known Roman legions.
(c) A group of men who banded together to conquer Thebes.
(d) An ancient Greek fighting unit.

5. What does Maturin talk about most concerning his time on the Ringle?
(a) Ringle's performance not being up to par.
(b) Brigid.
(c) The sea birds he saw.
(d) Dianne.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do Aubrey's three children race to tell him?

2. Who is Mr. Gifford?

3. What happens concerning Mr. Gray before the fleet gets underway?

4. What are Jack's orders?

5. What does Stephen ask Aubrey?

(see the answer key)

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