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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Maturin's occupation?
(a) Writer.
(b) Sailor.
(c) Banker.
(d) Scientist.

2. What keeps Maturin away from home for long periods of time?
(a) His job with the Navy.
(b) His scientific studies.
(c) His bouts of sickness.
(d) His publishing tours.

3. What does Maturin say his wife does brilliantly?
(a) Throw dinner parties.
(b) Read his writing out loud.
(c) Dress herself.
(d) Have patience with him.

4. What is the nick-name of the Worcester?
(a) One of the Forty Thieves.
(b) The Avenger.
(c) The Trap.
(d) The Bait and Thief.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Maturin's first name?

2. What does Maturin do for the Navy?

3. What is Pullings' title in the Navy?

4. What is Aubrey's main personal problem?

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

(see the answer key)

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