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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 2 and 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who will lead the British delegation to Pulo Prabang?
(a) The Prince of Wales.
(b) Wellington.
(c) Edward Fox.
(d) The Duke of Meadows.

2. How does Aubrey feel towards Ledward and Wray?
(a) Friendly.
(b) Angry.
(c) He has no connection to them.
(d) Indifferent.

3. What piece of land does the Surprise turn around after leaving the North Channel in Chapter 2?
(a) Cape Bougote.
(b) Malin Head.
(c) Horn of Africa.
(d) Iberian Peninsula.

4. From what British government action are the sailors of the Surprise exempt?
(a) Being sent to the army.
(b) Paying taxes.
(c) Impressment.
(d) Being arrested for murder.

5. Upon what subject does Maturin and the man in question #33 disagree?
(a) Whether England has the right to impress sailors.
(b) Whether medicine is an art or a science.
(c) Whether he should marry Maturin's sister.
(d) Polictics concerning Ireland.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why did Martin take a position on the Surprise?

2. Why was a former loblolly who Maturin knew arrested and transported?

3. What kind of sailor is Pullings?

4. What kind of orders does Sir Joseph have for the Surprise?

5. Where does Surprise leave England?

(see the answer key)

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