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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. About whom does Mrs. Williams say about a man has been making inquiries?
(a) Steven Maturin.
(b) Padeen Coleman.
(c) Clarissa Oakes.
(d) Diana Maturin.

2. About what does Sophie speak to Maturin?
(a) One of the twins' weight loss.
(b) Aubery's health.
(c) Aubrey's attitude towards her.
(d) Her son's eyesight.

3. What is one of the fastest ships in Jack's squadron?
(a) Ballona.
(b) Ringle.
(c) Dreyton.
(d) Surprise.

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

5. What commodity does Thunderer lack?
(a) Tea.
(b) Coffee.
(c) Pork.
(d) Tobacco.

6. What ship do Aubrey and Maturin board the next morning?
(a) Bellona.
(b) Surprise.
(c) Ringle.
(d) Pyramus.

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

8. How does Aubrey respond to Dundas' request?
(a) Aubrey says Surprise is not returning to England.
(b) Aubrey says Sohpie's sister has recently married.
(c) Aubrey says he can only spare one crewmember.
(d) Aubrey gives him some of Surprise's prize money.

9. How does Aubrey respond to Maturin's request?
(a) Aubrey says Maturin is needed too badly for the mission and he cannot let Maturin go.
(b) Aubrey agrees to the request with little questioning.
(c) Aubrey says he cannot offer him Ringle, but Maturin can take Surprise.
(d) Aubrey says he will have to ask his superior.

10. What is the name of the ship Jack Aubrey commands?
(a) Ringle.
(b) Surprise.
(c) Beagle.
(d) Berenice.

11. At what game did Dundas once beat Aubrey?
(a) Backgammon.
(b) Cards.
(c) Cricket.
(d) Chess.

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

13. What bothers Maturin on the ship?
(a) The squalor of the kitchen.
(b) The lack of ventilation.
(c) His living quarters.
(d) The sick berth.

14. Where does Maturin go after hearing the disturbing news from Blaine?
(a) Ringle.
(b) Portsmouth.
(c) Surprise.
(d) Aubrey's country estate.

15. What does Mrs. Williams try to tell Aubrey about Diana?
(a) Diana's behavior.
(b) That Diana is distraught at Maturin not coming home.
(c) That Diana is practically destitute.
(d) Diana's pregnancy.

Short Answer Questions

1. What will Aubrey be allowed to do as a result of his next assignment?

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

3. What does Maturin decide to do about Coleman and Oates?

4. What is Maturin willing to do concerning Sarah and Emily?

5. What does Aubrey point out through his telescope?

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