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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 1 and 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Aubrey receiving only half pay?
(a) England is out of money.
(b) He's being punished.
(c) He's ashore.
(d) He hasn't been promoted yet.

2. What ship has Aubrey been given to command?
(a) The frigate Boadicea.
(b) The firgate Venus.
(c) The longship Victoria.
(d) The sloop Nadine.

3. What kind of reputation does Lord Clonfert have?
(a) He's harsh and unreasonable.
(b) He's a fop but also a courageous man.
(c) He's sturdy and hard working.
(d) He's cowardly.

4. What does Sophie ask Maturin to do?
(a) Locate some command for Aubrey.
(b) Provide medical care for her sister.
(c) Lend her some money.
(d) Talk to Aubrey about having another child.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Matuin tell Aubrey he has to go to Mauritius?

2. What does Aubrey insinuate about Lord Clonfert?

3. How does Aubrey feel about Mr. Farquhar?

4. For what use does Aubrey grind lenses?

5. Why doesn't Aubrey have a command?

(see the answer key)

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