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

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

3. In what position will Tom Pullings work on Surprise?
(a) Coxswain.
(b) First mate.
(c) Rigger.
(d) Captain's stewart.

4. For what does Aubrey have a reputation which makes men want to work for him?
(a) Always being right.
(b) Always being fair.
(c) Being lucky.
(d) Paying high wages.

5. Why does the ship from question #38 close with Surprise?
(a) To keep them from the Spanish peninsula.
(b) To offer trade goods.
(c) To capture them for the French navy.
(d) To press hands from her.

Short Answer Questions

1. What seems to help weld the crew together?

2. Who is captaining Tartarus?

3. What will be Surprise's first cruise with Aubrey as captain?

4. What type of cargo is the Azul carrying?

5. How does Maturin plan to use Surprise?

(see the answer key)

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