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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. What does Aubrey forbid his men to do when entering the harbor where the French are anchored?
(a) Fly their flag.
(b) Make a sound.
(c) Shine any lights.
(d) Fire first.

2. What does the narrator say is the better part of valor?
(a) Bravery.
(b) Mercy.
(c) Intelligence.
(d) Discretion.

3. What is Davis's first name?
(a) Anger.
(b) Avarice.
(c) Attached.
(d) Awkward.

4. Why do the officers on the Worcester dislike Maturin?
(a) He is richer than they.
(b) He is quiet and morose.
(c) He is favored by the captain.
(d) He is late to board.

5. Why did things not go as expected for Aubrey when he went into the harbor with the French consort?
(a) They were low on food.
(b) They were afraid of the secret weapon rumors.
(c) They mistook Aubrey for someone else.
(d) They were all keeping neutrality agreements.

Short Answer Questions

1. What causes the mistakes Maturin has to cover up when he is back with Aubrey?

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

3. What happens when morale drops on the Worcester?

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

5. What do the crew dislike most about the Worcester?

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