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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. How far is Mauritius when the squadron sets sail?
(a) 2885 miles.
(b) 1085 miles.
(c) 1500 miles.
(d) 5000 miles.

2. Who reaches Cape Town?
(a) Exeter.
(b) Boadicea.
(c) Leopard.
(d) HMS Roland.

3. On what type of mathematical problem is Aubrey working?
(a) How to raise a suspension bridge.
(b) How to build a pyramid.
(c) How to determine star rotation.
(d) How to determine longitude at sea.

4. How does Aubrey feel about the captain of the Sirius?
(a) He thinks he's okay.
(b) He holds him in high regard.
(c) He thinks he belongs on land.
(d) He believes the man can't sail.

5. For what is Stephen Maturin most known?
(a) As a lawyer.
(b) As a physician.
(c) As a professor.
(d) As a general.

Short Answer Questions

1. What kind of relationship develops between Aubrey and Colonel Keating?

2. What kind of Captain is Corbett known to be?

3. What will happen in Mauritius if the British military campaign is successful?

4. What does Bertie give Aubrey permission to do?

5. Where is Captain Aubrey's home?

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