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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. How many previous names has Surprise had?
(a) 2.
(b) 5.
(c) 1.
(d) 3.

2. 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.

3. What is Midshipman Hollom's situation on Gibraltar?
(a) Penniless.
(b) Works for the Fieldings.
(c) Supervises a refit project for the Celebration.
(d) In the brig.

4. Who is Dundas?
(a) Maturin's cousin.
(b) A longtime enemy of Aubrey's.
(c) A longtime friend of Aubrey's.
(d) Mrs. Fielding's brother.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How were Maturin and Mrs. Fielding rumored to once be associated?

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

3. With whom do the Fieldings meet socially?

4. What is Higgins' skill that Maturin needs?

5. What was the mission when Mr. Allen sailed with Colnett?

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