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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 is Graham's job on the ship?
(a) Surgeon.
(b) Parson.
(c) Political advisor.
(d) War strategist.

2. Who is badly injured after the run-in with the Jemmapes?
(a) Maturin.
(b) Pullings.
(c) Barrett.
(d) Mettow.

3. What happens when the crew fires on the first practice session?
(a) The sparks are in colors.
(b) They almost sink the ship.
(c) They aim at birds.
(d) The balls don't go far.

4. What does Aubrey say the Navy does not stock their ships well with?
(a) Ammunition.
(b) Water.
(c) Spare wood.
(d) Practice powder.

5. What is Aubrey's main personal problem?
(a) He has a terminal disease.
(b) His wife is sick.
(c) He is losing his memory.
(d) He is deep in debt.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is the Worcester heading after leaving England?

2. What is Aubrey's title in the Navy?

3. What is Maturin's first name?

4. Why does Aubrey spend a small fortune of his own money on something for the ship?

5. Why does Aubrey not want to sail on the Worcester?

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