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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. Why does Aubrey like Latham's ship so much?
(a) He knows it will have brought mail.
(b) It used to be his ship.
(c) He likes Latham.
(d) It means relief for his ship.

2. How does Aubrey feel about Dundas?
(a) He distrusts him.
(b) He doesn't have strong feelings either way?
(c) He hates him.
(d) He likes him.

3. What causes the flock of birds to fly over the blockade?
(a) An insect hoarde.
(b) Strange currents.
(c) Strong winds.
(d) A cold front.

4. What does Aubrey do at the first stop the Worcester makes?
(a) Gets a full crew.
(b) Drops off the first Parson.
(c) Fills up the cargo-hold.
(d) Gets the mission papers.

5. Why does Aubrey spend a small fortune of his own money on something for the ship?
(a) So he can rest easy.
(b) So the crew can practice shooting.
(c) So they look the part.
(d) So he can sail according to Navy restrictions.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Why is Aubrey so worried about Thornton's health?

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

4. What hits Maturin on the head?

5. What is Babbington's title in the Navy?

(see the answer key)

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