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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 3 and 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who has been captured?
(a) Maturin.
(b) Admiral Nelson.
(c) Several additional Indiamen.
(d) Captain Bligh.

2. What imaginary line does Aubrey cross on his way to Mauritius?
(a) The South Pole meridian.
(b) The line of demarcation.
(c) The equator.
(d) The north-south transit line.

3. How are the men on the Néréide responding to their Captain?
(a) Enthusiastically.
(b) Agressively.
(c) Indifferently.
(d) Near mutiny.

4. How does Aubrey find life at home?
(a) Fun.
(b) Uninteresting and boring.
(c) Restful.
(d) Exciting.

5. Who is feuding?
(a) Maturin and Klicknell.
(b) Corbett and Maturin.
(c) Clonfert and Maturin.
(d) Clonfert and Corbett.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did Lady Clonfert find out about Aubrey's command?

2. What does Bertie give Aubrey permission to do?

3. What has been garrisoned by British soldiers?

4. How does Aubrey feel about Mr. Farquhar?

5. By the time Aubrey reaches Mauritius how is the crew functioning?

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