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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What does Aubrey point out through his telescope?
(a) A new star that Aubrey just found.
(b) The young age of the sailors on many of his ships.
(c) A new star Aubrey has just found.
(d) Several of the ships of his new squadron.

3. Who is Aubrey late to meet?
(a) Sir Blaine.
(b) Mrs. Williams.
(c) Dr. Maturin.
(d) Captain Hervey.

4. What does Aubrey do in response to his children's pleas?
(a) Jumps his horse over a small tree that has fallen over.
(b) Swings them all on his horse.
(c) Goes inside to try on his uniform.
(d) Reassures them that their mother is just bringing them a new brother or sister.

5. What do Dundas and Aubrey once do at a water stop when they are young men?
(a) Duel with swords.
(b) Force the entire crew to bathe.
(c) Sneak a woman on board.
(d) Swim in a river with crocodiles.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Mrs. Williams try to tell Aubrey about Diana?

2. Where would Dundas end up if he returns to England empty handed?

3. What does Maturin give the person he first visits?

4. Where does Clarissa Oakes live?

5. What has Captain Dundas suggested several times?

(see the answer key)

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