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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 does Maturin find the Captain of the La Flèche?
(a) A fop.
(b) Entirely agreeable, well-read, and intelligent.
(c) Feckless.
(d) Arrogant and condescending.

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

3. What is mainly responsible for the Leopard arriving at the port safely?
(a) The Leopard's excellent design.
(b) The skill of Maturin.
(c) The fair weather.
(d) The superb seamanship of Captain Aubrey.

4. On what does Aubrey instruct his midshipmen?
(a) Piloting.
(b) Storm types.
(c) Navigation.
(d) Shipboard etiquette.

5. Upon what vessel is Aubrey traveling to England?
(a) The La Flèche.
(b) A small private merchant vessel.
(c) The HMS Fortune.
(d) The HMS Northhampton.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is an accurate description of Wallis?

2. Who expresses admiration for Aubrey's exploits and tenacity?

3. What about Maturin's collection most interests the crew?

4. What does Aubrey strenuously argue to retain?

5. Who do Maturin and Aubrey take on in Cricket?

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