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

2. 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 press hands from her.
(d) To capture them for the French navy.

3. Where are the prizes that Spartan has captured?
(a) They are trailing Spartan by a day.
(b) In a harbor on the French coast.
(c) They have been sent to England.
(d) In a distant small port.

4. What color is Surprise painted in order to capture Spartan?
(a) Blue.
(b) Red.
(c) Yellow.
(d) Gold.

5. How many prizes did Spartan capture?
(a) Three.
(b) Four.
(c) Two.
(d) Five.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is done to Surprise in Shelmerston?

2. For what type of work is Maturin known as an amateur?

3. What is the name of the passenger the Tartarus carries who is a friend of Aubrey's and Maturin's?

4. What war is going on when THE LETTER OF MARQUE takes place?

5. What happens to the Azul?

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