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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. Why does someone get mad about how the crew treats the birds that land on the ship?
(a) It is a huge distraction.
(b) He is a naturalist.
(c) It makes a big mess.
(d) They act without orders or permission.

2. How does Davis view being under Aubrey's command?
(a) It is just another post.
(b) It is embarrassing.
(c) It is a privilege.
(d) It is the quickest way to promotion.

3. What has earned the Worcester its nick-name?
(a) It has many guns on it.
(b) It was used by pirates for some time.
(c) Many corners were cut in the building of it.
(d) Many people recognize it readily.

4. What does Aubrey dislike about his father?
(a) His treatment of his new wife.
(b) His debt.
(c) His political impropriety.
(d) All of these.

5. Who disobeys the order to leave the birds on the ship alone?
(a) Somers.
(b) Dundas.
(c) Mowett.
(d) Maturin.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Aubrey's first name?

2. Why is Aubrey so worried about Thornton's health?

3. What is the Worcester declared when it gets to the meeting point after the conflict at the blockade?

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

5. What causes the flock of birds to fly over the blockade?

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