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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. With whom does Killick have an altercation?
(a) The butler.
(b) Aubrey.
(c) Sophie.
(d) Aubrey's son.

2. What does Pullings say to Maturin about Captain Thomas and gun practice?
(a) Thomas' guns are in terrible condition.
(b) Thomas does not use the allotted powder for practice.
(c) Thomas does not put his best me at the guns.
(d) Thomas understaffs his gun emplacements.

3. What will Aubrey be allowed to do as a result of his next assignment?
(a) Allow his trusted first mate to finally retire.
(b) Allow Maturin to stay home with his ill wife.
(c) Hoist a broad pennant.
(d) Remand the Surprise as his personal vessel.

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

5. What does Maturin reflect upon as he stops for a drink at an inn?
(a) His daughter's safety.
(b) The traitor.
(c) The nature of the true mission of Aubrey's command.
(d) His wife's running away.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why are Dundas and Aubrey once flogged?

2. What are Jack's orders?

3. What is Maturin's response to Blaine's subtle hint?

4. Under what circumstances does Maturin say Ireland is better off under English rule?

5. How long has it been since Maturin has seen Brigid?

(see the answer key)

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