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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why was a former loblolly who Maturin knew arrested and transported?
(a) For attacking the captain.
(b) For burning a ship.
(c) For stealing laudanum.
(d) For attacking Maturin.

2. Why did Padeen commit crimes?
(a) He was bored.
(b) To send money to his mother.
(c) To pay for his son's education.
(d) To support his opium habit.

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

4. In what does Maturin instruct Standish as the ship enters the first port?
(a) How to quit drinking.
(b) How to cure gout.
(c) How to avoid seasickness.
(d) Maritime processes.

5. For what position has Martin been educated?
(a) Carpenter.
(b) Banker.
(c) Politician.
(d) Clergyman.

Short Answer Questions

1. On what date does the Diane leave port?

2. Who arrives close to departure of the Surprise to go with them?

3. Who is the first lieutenant aboard the Diane?

4. From what does Standish suffer as Surprise continues her voyage?

5. Who is the surgeon aboard the Diane?

(see the answer key)

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