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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. What position does Tom Pullings hold on the Surprise?
(a) Bosun.
(b) Second mate.
(c) Captain's stewart.
(d) First lieutenant.

2. Why did Martin take a position on the Surprise?
(a) To send his child to college.
(b) To support his new wife.
(c) He is in trouble with the constable.
(d) For adventure.

3. What kind of experience does the crew on the Surprise have?
(a) They are mostly new sailors.
(b) Extensive.
(c) They are a mixture of new and experienced sailors.
(d) They are average sailors.

4. For whom does Maturin work covertly?
(a) The Spanish.
(b) The French.
(c) British intelligence.
(d) No one.

5. What is Aubrey's personal new orders?
(a) He is to take over the Leopard.
(b) To take command of Diane.
(c) He must return to England and see the Queen.
(d) There are no personal orders for Aubrey.

Short Answer Questions

1. For what position has Martin been educated?

2. What document gives Aubrey the authority to command Surprise?

3. What country will the Surprise circumvent first?

4. What is the head of Pulo Prabang called?

5. In what does Maturin instruct Standish as the ship enters the first port?

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