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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 3 and 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is Wallis?
(a) Maturin's brother-in-law.
(b) The local intelligence officer.
(c) Aubrey's first mate.
(d) The Captain of the La Flèche.

2. How does what the Leopard men do help the Java?
(a) It relieves some marines for small-arms work in the fighting tops.
(b) They free up Java's men to board the Constitution.
(c) They are not just dead weight.
(d) They can concentrate on long-distance warfare.

3. What does Aubrey do on the voyage?
(a) Takes turn doing watches on the bridge.
(b) Writes many lengthy letters home.
(c) Practises his sword skills.
(d) Helps Maturin with his collection.

4. Where does the Constitution lead Java?
(a) In to an American port.
(b) Out to sea.
(c) Towards Brazil.
(d) In circles.

5. Where is Aubrey's boat headed?
(a) Antigua.
(b) Peru.
(c) Central America.
(d) Brazil.

Short Answer Questions

1. What civilian is on board the ship?

2. Upon what vessel is Aubrey traveling to England?

3. Why does Maturin leave the cricket match?

4. What helps the dehydration a little?

5. What happens after several days in the sun?

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