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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. Why do the crew not want to deliver people to destinations?
(a) Their ship is already too crowded.
(b) They have less food to eat.
(c) Admirals will be watching their every move.
(d) Parsons bring bad luck.

2. Why does Maturin live away from his wife when he is in town?
(a) He chooses to do so.
(b) She has commanded him to.
(c) It saves them money.
(d) It is the fashion of the time.

3. What is Aubrey's main personal problem?
(a) He has a terminal disease.
(b) His wife is sick.
(c) He is deep in debt.
(d) He is losing his memory.

4. Where is Maturin called away to?
(a) India.
(b) France.
(c) Germany.
(d) Spain.

5. What is Mowett's title in the Navy?
(a) Second Lieutenant.
(b) Commandant.
(c) Corporal.
(d) Admiral.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What is the name of Dundas's ship?

3. How many guns are on the Jemmapes?

4. What is Latham's ship called?

5. What is Aubrey's title in the Navy?

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