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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. Who arrives with Aubrey's orders?
(a) A young sailor.
(b) A telegram carrier.
(c) A pigeon.
(d) An official Admiralty messenger.

3. Who does Maturin accidentally meet?
(a) Mrs. Williams.
(b) Sophie.
(c) Mrs. Bertie.
(d) Barrett Bonden.

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

5. In what capacity does Stephen Maturin work for the crown?
(a) As a clergyman.
(b) As a lawyer.
(c) As a soldier.
(d) As a covert intelligence agent.

Short Answer Questions

1. What kind of reputation does Lord Clonfert have?

2. What is bothering Aubrey's family?

3. What does Maturin call tormina?

4. What does Aubrey learn?

5. What French frigate does Aubrey capture near La Reunion?

(see the answer key)

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