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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. Who is killed when the Suprise attacks the French's rear?
(a) A Parson.
(b) A French spy.
(c) The political delegate.
(d) The captain.

2. What does Thornton threaten Aubrey with when he returns to the blockade?
(a) A demotion.
(b) A flogging.
(c) A fine.
(d) A court marshall.

3. What do the newcomers on the boat say about Aubrey when he leaves the harbor with the French consort?
(a) He is a coward.
(b) He is insane.
(c) He is too bold.
(d) He is following orders.

4. Who did Babbington rescue during the blockade battle?
(a) Some young women.
(b) Some persian officials.
(c) A French fleet.
(d) Thornton.

5. How does Maturin feel about Aubrey?
(a) They are complete opposites.
(b) They were enemies in the past.
(c) They are best friends.
(d) They are co-workers.

Short Answer Questions

1. What causes the fear of the Jemmapes after they are fired on?

2. What is Maturin's occupation?

3. What does the crew of the Jemmapes fear when Aubrey fires on them?

4. What does Aubrey forbid his men to do when entering the harbor where the French are anchored?

5. How many guns are on the Jemmapes?

(see the answer key)

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