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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. At what is Aubrey furious at their destination?
(a) The shipyard's uncooperative attitude.
(b) The lack of docks.
(c) The lack of ammunition.
(d) The lack of food supplies.

2. How would Aubrey describe his wife's mother?
(a) A gentle soul.
(b) Quiet and unassuming.
(c) Sweet but not very bright.
(d) A loudmouthed and overbearing woman.

3. What kind of propaganda does Maturin disperse?
(a) Anti-French.
(b) Anti-British.
(c) Anti-war.
(d) Anti Italian.

4. What is one thing Aubrey does in preparation for sailing?
(a) Spends several days alone with Sophie.
(b) Fires his midshipmen.
(c) Gets drunk three days in a row.
(d) Interviews his captains and officers.

5. How does Clonfert handle the tactical situation?
(a) He does very well.
(b) He mishandles it.
(c) He doesn't deal with it.
(d) He allows Lambert to handle it.

Short Answer Questions

1. What naval news arrives at Cape Town?

2. What kind of reputation does Lord Clonfert have?

3. What are the gardens like around Aubrey's home?

4. What captured ship reinforces Aubrey's squadron?

5. What has been garrisoned by British soldiers?

(see the answer key)

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