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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 4 and 5.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

3. What causes the flock of birds to fly over the blockade?
(a) Strange currents.
(b) A cold front.
(c) An insect hoarde.
(d) Strong winds.

4. What do the crew do when the birds land on the ship?
(a) Kill them for food.
(b) Capture them in cages.
(c) Kick and stomp on them.
(d) Throw them overboard.

5. How do the crew feel during the blockade duty?
(a) Bored.
(b) Depressed.
(c) Annoyed.
(d) Excited.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of Maturin's wife?

2. Why do the officers on the Worcester dislike Maturin?

3. What does Thornton talk to Maturin about during their visit together?

4. What does Maturin's wife like to do?

5. What do Aubrey and Dundas talk about when they hold a ship visit?

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