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

2. What ruins the chances of Aubrey getting romantic with Mercedes?
(a) Shots are heard.
(b) Maturin appears.
(c) Aubrey gets sick.
(d) She is in a relationship.

3. What does Maturin try to teach Graham about?
(a) Nautical elements.
(b) British history.
(c) Science.
(d) Religion.

4. How does Davis view being under Aubrey's command?
(a) It is just another post.
(b) It is the quickest way to promotion.
(c) It is a privilege.
(d) It is embarrassing.

5. Why does Aubrey delay setting sail on the Worcester?
(a) He is waiting for his paper.
(b) He needs a favorable wind.
(c) He is waiting for Maturin.
(d) He needs the all clear signal.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Aubrey combat his loneliness when Maturin is gone?

2. What does Aubrey call his biggest burden as a captain?

3. What causes a crew member to be so disobedient to the order about the birds?

4. What is the Worcester crew made up of?

5. How many guns are on the Jemmapes?

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