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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 does the crew of the Jemmapes fear when Aubrey fires on them?
(a) A dead man is the captain.
(b) They are breaking a treaty.
(c) They have a new secret weapon.
(d) They are being attacked by pirates.

2. What is Maturin's first name?
(a) Severus.
(b) Stephen.
(c) Scott.
(d) Sylvan.

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

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

5. What is Mowett's title in the Navy?
(a) Second Lieutenant.
(b) Admiral.
(c) Corporal.
(d) Commandant.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Maturin take pity on Yeats?

2. What is Nathaniel Martin's job on the ship?

3. Why does Maturin live away from his wife when he is in town?

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

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

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