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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 2 and 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What has earned the Worcester its nick-name?
(a) Many corners were cut in the building of it.
(b) It was used by pirates for some time.
(c) Many people recognize it readily.
(d) It has many guns on it.

2. What is Aubrey's title in the Navy?
(a) Sergeant.
(b) Captain.
(c) Commandant.
(d) General.

3. How many guns are on the Jemmapes?
(a) 88.
(b) 74.
(c) 64.
(d) 58.

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

5. What kind of people will the Worcester deliver to destinations?
(a) Admirals.
(b) Parsons.
(c) Businessmen.
(d) Soldiers.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Where will Aubrey go if he refuses the post on the Worcester?

3. Why do the officers on the Worcester dislike Maturin?

4. How is Maturin embarrassed when he first boards the Worcester?

5. What is Aubrey's main personal problem?

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