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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 1 and 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What has the Surprise been doing prior to docking here?
(a) Been in dry dock being refitted.
(b) Returning the British diplomat to the United States.
(c) Capturing slavers in the West Indies.
(d) Having a series of adventures in the Mediterranean.

2. What do Maturin and Martin do after readying for their next assignment?
(a) Research local diseases.
(b) Open a free clinic for a few days.
(c) Observe the local flora and fauna.
(d) Catch up on their sleep.

3. Who agrees to accept a lesser position on Surprise since he has no other options at the time?
(a) Mowett.
(b) Fielding.
(c) Tom Pullings.
(d) Martin.

4. Who commands Surprise?
(a) Captain Hollom.
(b) Captain Jack Aubrey.
(c) Captain Fielding.
(d) Captain Stephen Maturin.

5. What does Aubrey feel compelled to do concerning Hollom?
(a) Offer him a position aboard Surprise.
(b) Fight a duel for him.
(c) Report to Admiral Stearns about Hollom's incompetence.
(d) Give him some money.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many previous names has Surprise had?

2. What does Sir Ives say about the USS Norfolk?

3. What is Midshipman Hollom's situation on Gibraltar?

4. What request does Maturin make of Aubrey concerning his friend?

5. What friend does Maturin encounter on shore?

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