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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. Upon what sort of variables is Aubrey's plan contingent?
(a) The tide being high enough to pass over the great reef in the passage.
(b) Wind, current, tide and timing.
(c) If his gunpowder can dry quickly enough.
(d) Whether Cornélie decides to maintain pursuit.

2. What type of armament does the Cornélie possess?
(a) Heavy cannon.
(b) Light cannon.
(c) A mixture of heavy, medium and light cannon.
(d) Carronades.

3. How does Maturin spend the next few days after collapsing?
(a) In a semi-delirious state.
(b) Resting and reading his nature books.
(c) Sleeping and eating.
(d) Creating a concoction for his problem.

4. How long does it take to repulse the attackers?
(a) Several hours.
(b) Three days.
(c) Twenty-four hours.
(d) A week.

5. What does the Cornélie's captain realize?
(a) That his crew is not returning to the ship.
(b) That his sails are not in ready position.
(c) That the Nutmeg is not armed as well as the Cornélie.
(d) That the Nutmeg is disguised.

Short Answer Questions

1. Between whom is a treaty arranged?

2. Who does Maturin spy one morning when he wakes up?

3. What does the captain of the force who assaults Aubrey's camp wear?

4. Who receives the commission for the HMS Nutmeg of Consolation?

5. What does the crew want to name their new passengers?

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