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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where is the Worcester heading after leaving England?
(a) The Indies.
(b) The Red Sea.
(c) The Mediterranean.
(d) The Baltic.

2. Why do the crew not want to deliver people to destinations?
(a) They have less food to eat.
(b) Their ship is already too crowded.
(c) Parsons bring bad luck.
(d) Admirals will be watching their every move.

3. Why does Aubrey not want to sail on the Worcester?
(a) He wants to stay home.
(b) He has been on it before.
(c) He thinks it is beneath him.
(d) He knows it will get into danger.

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

5. What is Pullings' title in the Navy?
(a) Senior Lieutenant.
(b) Corporal.
(c) Major.
(d) Sergeant.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does the narrator describe Maturin?

2. What is Aubrey's first name?

3. What kind of people will the Worcester deliver to destinations?

4. What keeps Maturin away from home for long periods of time?

5. Who is England at conflict with in this book?

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