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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 6 and 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Maturin called away from the trip?
(a) To accompany Thornton to land.
(b) For some political discussion.
(c) For some training.
(d) To get medical attention.

2. What does the narrator say Graham is bereft of?
(a) Humor.
(b) Patience.
(c) Hair.
(d) Malice.

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

4. What is the name of Dundas's ship?
(a) Valor.
(b) Excellent.
(c) Strength.
(d) Liberty.

5. Where is Aubrey able to rendezvous with Maturin?
(a) Mahan.
(b) Mahin.
(c) Mahon.
(d) Mahun.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Maturin take pity on Yeats?

2. What does Thornton threaten Aubrey with when he returns to the blockade?

3. What is Mitchell's title in the Navy?

4. How does Aubrey feel about Dundas?

5. What is Graham's job on the ship?

(see the answer key)

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