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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 6 and 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What kind of harbor is a French consort anchored in?
(a) A French harbor.
(b) A Spanish harbor.
(c) A neutral harbor.
(d) A natural reef protected harbor.

2. What ship does Aubrey take with him on his new duty after leaving the blockade?
(a) The Surprise.
(b) The Polyphemus.
(c) The Flame Thrower.
(d) The Excellent.

3. What about Graham is said to be nearly perfect?
(a) His linguistic skills.
(b) His memory.
(c) His strategy.
(d) His judgement.

4. Why does Aubrey like Latham's ship so much?
(a) He knows it will have brought mail.
(b) He likes Latham.
(c) It means relief for his ship.
(d) It used to be his ship.

5. Why does Rowan come aboard the ship?
(a) To help with the birds.
(b) As a punishment.
(c) To get proper training.
(d) As a trade for Somers.

Short Answer Questions

1. What kind of sickness does Aubrey get while Maturin is gone?

2. Who disobeys the order to leave the birds on the ship alone?

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

4. What does Aubrey do before setting sail across the sea?

5. What hits Maturin on the head?

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