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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 8 and 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the crew of the Jemmapes fear when Aubrey fires on them?
(a) They are being attacked by pirates.
(b) They are breaking a treaty.
(c) They have a new secret weapon.
(d) A dead man is the captain.

2. Why do birds land on the ship?
(a) They think the mast is a tree.
(b) They need food.
(c) They see water.
(d) They need a rest.

3. What is Nathaniel Martin's job on the ship?
(a) Surgeon.
(b) Parson.
(c) Shipmate.
(d) Carpenter.

4. Who does Thornton give his command to when he goes home?
(a) Davis.
(b) Harte.
(c) Maturin.
(d) Aubrey.

5. What does the Worcester do when the French break through the blockade?
(a) Fires on them.
(b) Sends a message.
(c) Gathers armaments.
(d) Gives chase.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Aubrey spend a small fortune on for the ship?

2. What does Aubrey do before setting sail across the sea?

3. How many guns are on the Jemmapes?

4. How does Maturin protect Yeats?

5. What is Thornton desperate for after his time on the blockade?

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