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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Aubrey feel about his new situation?
(a) Depressed.
(b) Happy.
(c) Uncertain.
(d) Excited.

2. What kind of relationship do Maturin and Aubrey have?
(a) Rivals.
(b) Close friends.
(c) Acquaintances.
(d) Professional bonding.

3. How were the men timed when laying about?
(a) Hour glass.
(b) A log-glass.
(c) Pocket watch.
(d) Stop watch.

4. What type of people make up much of the residents in Shelmerston?
(a) Ship builders.
(b) Smugglers and near pirates.
(c) Fishermen.
(d) Navy sailors.

5. On what is the Surprise waiting to sail?
(a) Maturin.
(b) The ship's cook.
(c) The outgoing tide.
(d) Full moon.

Short Answer Questions

1. How much money does Aubrey have at the beginning of the book?

2. What is done to Surprise in Shelmerston?

3. Why does Maturin walk to town?

4. What is a major thing that was talked about at the dinner?

5. What musical instrument does Aubrey play?

(see the answer key)

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