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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. From where are earwigs supposedly removed?
(a) The heart of crew members.
(b) The brains of crew members.
(c) The ears of crew members.
(d) The noses of crew members.

2. Why is Aubrey in such a hurry after they leave the area of São Francisco?
(a) Norfolk has a 16-day lead on them.
(b) Constitution has a 16-day lead on them.
(c) Napoleon has ratched up his naval war.
(d) He learns Sophie is dying.

3. What is the passageway down the river like?
(a) Tricky.
(b) A clear, deep channel.
(c) They do not have to go down the river.
(d) Fast current and gentle bends.

4. Who has Aubrey eyed in town as a possible romantic partner before he learns her identity?
(a) Mrs. Fielding.
(b) Mrs. Horner.
(c) Mrs. Coleman.
(d) Mrs. Martin.

5. What does Sir Ives say about the USS Norfolk?
(a) It is on a mission to enlist France's aid against the British.
(b) It is on a mission to destroy British whalers.
(c) It is stranded in Greenland.
(d) It is prowling the waters of South America.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is Surprise to meet the HMS Danaë?

2. What is ambergris?

3. What do Maturin and Martin do after readying for their next assignment?

4. What does Maturin tell Mrs. Horner?

5. How does Aubrey find Allen's conversation?

(see the answer key)

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