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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 2 and 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is the ship Surprise available for purchase?
(a) The captain has died.
(b) It is too old to sail.
(c) It has been wrecked.
(d) It has been sold out of the navy.

2. What kind of addiction does Maturin have?
(a) Alcohol.
(b) Tobacco.
(c) Peyote seeds.
(d) Opium.

3. What seems to help weld the crew together?
(a) Playing dice and cards in their off time.
(b) The danger and hard work.
(c) Eating meals together.
(d) Singing while they work.

4. What moves into the area where Surprise is in Chapter 2?
(a) Hot, muggy weather.
(b) A vast storm system.
(c) Two Spanish cruisers.
(d) A French Amanda.

5. Why did West receive a court martial?
(a) Rape.
(b) Duelling.
(c) Stealing.
(d) Arson.

Short Answer Questions

1. At what does Aubrey relentlessly practice the crew?

2. Where are the prizes that Spartan has captured?

3. How does Aubrey feel about his new situation?

4. What type of people make up much of the residents in Shelmerston?

5. Why did Surprise catch Merlin easily?

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