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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 7 and 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What does McAdam call a dugong?
(a) A shark.
(b) A type of dolphin.
(c) A whale.
(d) A manatee.

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

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

5. How long are the French ships blockaded in port?
(a) A few days.
(b) Six months.
(c) Several weeks.
(d) There was no blockade.

Short Answer Questions

1. What ship has Aubrey been given to command?

2. With which captain does Maturin get a berth?

3. At what is Aubrey furious at their destination?

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

5. What did Clonfert finally decide to do?

(see the answer key)

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