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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Maturin first visit upon arrival in London?
(a) His brother Mathos.
(b) Aubrey.
(c) Dianne.
(d) Sir Blaine.

2. To where will the French squadron that departs from Lorient be ostensibly bound?
(a) Malaca.
(b) Gibraltar.
(c) The West Indies.
(d) The southeastern coast of Spain.

3. Why is Captain Thomas angry at Aubrey?
(a) Because Aubery threw out a military conviction Thomas makes on a crew member.
(b) Because Aubrey has ordered Thomas to cease drilling so much.
(c) For Aubrey questioning the readiness of his crew.
(d) Because Aubrey refuses to allow Thomas any flexibility.

4. What does Maturin give Sir Blaine?
(a) A bottle of laudanum.
(b) Coca leaves.
(c) A torn letter that partially implicates the spy they are searching for.
(d) A note from a British spy in France.

5. What are Jack's orders?
(a) To intercept the invading squadron.
(b) To intercept the squadron on its way to Dublin.
(c) To capture the gold for bribes on one of the ships.
(d) To blockade Gibraltar.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Captain Thomas refuse to speak to Maturin soon after the dinner starts?

2. What does Maturin's caller want?

3. What relation is Diana to Mrs. Williams?

4. Who arrives to meet with Maturin?

5. What does Maturin believe cocoa leaves medicate?

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