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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. How experienced is Maturin in cricket?
(a) He plays whenever he is in a port.
(b) He is not very skilled but likes playing the game.
(c) He has no experience.
(d) He led his team at Oxford to victory.

2. What do the survivors do on the way to Brazil?
(a) Recuperate.
(b) Some die.
(c) Have a hard time recuperating because of the lack of stores.
(d) Learn all about the new vessel they are on.

3. Why is the La Flèche abandoned?
(a) A couple sailors have the plague.
(b) It is on fire.
(c) It is overrun by rats.
(d) It has been captured.

4. What does Aubrey strenuously argue to retain?
(a) His prize vessel.
(b) His lieutenants and midshipmen.
(c) His field promotion to Admiral.
(d) His personal valet.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What happens the first time they sight a vessel?

3. Who have all taken passage in the same boat?

4. What helps the dehydration a little?

5. How was the news disseminated?

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