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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why will Diane be going to Pulo Prabang?
(a) To negotiate a treaty.
(b) To join a blockade of Africa's southern coast.
(c) To capture a large French fleet.
(d) To assault Pulo Prabang.

2. What kind of trip did Sir Joseph have to meet the Surprise?
(a) A pleasant ocean voyage.
(b) Hellish overland journey.
(c) He had a leisurely overland journey.
(d) He was already there.

3. Who is included in the existing French delegation to Pulo Prabang?
(a) Marque de Sailles.
(b) Ledward and Wray.
(c) King Joseph.
(d) Pierre Ducos.

4. What type of ship is Nimble?
(a) A packet.
(b) A sloop.
(c) A merchant ship.
(d) A longboat.

5. From what does Standish suffer as Surprise continues her voyage?
(a) Gout.
(b) Seasickness.
(c) Alcoholism.
(d) Asthma.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is Surprise bound?

2. What is Maturin and Aubrey's relationship?

3. What is Aubrey's primary goal in captaining the Surprise?

4. What position does Blyth hold on the Diane?

5. What kind of musical instrument does Standish play?

(see the answer key)

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