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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. In what capacity does Maturin generally sail?
(a) Captain's stewart.
(b) First mate.
(c) Ship's cook.
(d) Ship's surgeon.

2. At what does Aubrey relentlessly practice the crew?
(a) Firing the guns.
(b) Rigging the sails.
(c) Boarding and rowing the small boats.
(d) Obeying orders instantly.

3. Who is captaining Tartarus?
(a) Charles Worthington.
(b) William Babbington.
(c) Regis Nounce.
(d) John Sutton.

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

5. Why is Aubrey reticent at the gathering?
(a) He is depressed.
(b) He has too much to drink.
(c) He has a sore throat.
(d) He is afraid of unintended insult.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where are the people on Merlin who are not the crew being taken?

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

3. What other medical problem does Padeen develop?

4. Why did Surprise catch Merlin easily?

5. How does Aubrey feel about the crew's ability to work together?

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