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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 8 and 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why do birds land on the ship?
(a) They think the mast is a tree.
(b) They need a rest.
(c) They need food.
(d) They see water.

2. What region is Thornton most worried about with the blockade?
(a) The Ionian region.
(b) The Mediterranean region.
(c) The French region.
(d) The Baltic region.

3. What is Thornton desperate for after his time on the blockade?
(a) Word from his family.
(b) To be on land.
(c) Peace.
(d) Some combat.

4. What is the name of Dundas's ship?
(a) Liberty.
(b) Strength.
(c) Valor.
(d) Excellent.

5. How many ships does Aubrey take with his as he heads to meet with the potentates?
(a) 4.
(b) 2.
(c) 3.
(d) 1.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Who does Thornton give his command to when he goes home?

3. What have the birds eaten that might be dangerous to the crew?

4. How does Maturin protect Yeats?

5. Who is badly injured after the run-in with the Jemmapes?

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