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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What has Maturin obtained that will enable him to use the Surprise?
(a) A Letter of Marque.
(b) A large crew.
(c) Orders from the Queen for a covert mission.
(d) A commission in the Royal Navy.

2. What happens when Maturin gets to the ship?
(a) They set sail.
(b) They have a dinner.
(c) Aubrey scolds him.
(d) He gets high on opium.

3. How does Maturin plan to use Surprise?
(a) As a privateer.
(b) In covert operations.
(c) As a scientific research vessel.
(d) As a pleasure vessel.

4. For what type of work is Maturin known as an amateur?
(a) Artist.
(b) Musician.
(c) Naturalist.
(d) Orator.

5. How much money does Aubrey have at the beginning of the book?
(a) He is middle class.
(b) He is very wealthy.
(c) He is penniless.
(d) He has just enough for retirement.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what position will Barrett Bonden work on Surprise?

2. Why is Aubrey reticent at the gathering?

3. What musical instrument does Aubrey play?

4. What is done to Surprise in Shelmerston?

5. What kind of work does Maturin do pro bono for the British Naval Intelligence service?

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