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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 is Maturin's occupation?
(a) Writer.
(b) Scientist.
(c) Sailor.
(d) Banker.

2. What does Maturin try to teach Graham about?
(a) British history.
(b) Religion.
(c) Nautical elements.
(d) Science.

3. Why does Aubrey spend a small fortune of his own money on something for the ship?
(a) So they look the part.
(b) So he can rest easy.
(c) So the crew can practice shooting.
(d) So he can sail according to Navy restrictions.

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

5. What is Babbington's ship called?
(a) Fairie.
(b) Dryad.
(c) Mermaid.
(d) Centaur.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What is Davis's first name?

3. Why do birds land on the ship?

4. How does Thornton feel about ship visiting?

5. How does Maturin feel about Aubrey?

(see the answer key)

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