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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 forces the Worcester to leave the blockade?
(a) A battle.
(b) A storm.
(c) A court ruling.
(d) A funeral.

2. How does Thornton feel about ship visiting?
(a) He doesn't care.
(b) He encourages it.
(c) He does not like it.
(d) He says it depends on which ships do it.

3. What is Babbington's title in the Navy?
(a) General.
(b) Corporal.
(c) Admiral.
(d) Captain.

4. What does Mowett scold Maturin for on the ship?
(a) Being late.
(b) Not having luggage.
(c) Making the Captain mad.
(d) Not having his official papers.

5. What keeps Maturin away from home for long periods of time?
(a) His scientific studies.
(b) His job with the Navy.
(c) His publishing tours.
(d) His bouts of sickness.

Short Answer Questions

1. What kind of harbor is a French consort anchored in?

2. What is the Worcester crew made up of?

3. How does Maturin feel about Aubrey?

4. How does Aubrey describe his mission on the Worcester as part of his career?

5. What is Maturin's first name?

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