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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 Maturin.
(b) For burning a ship.
(c) For attacking the captain.
(d) For stealing laudanum.

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

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

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

5. Who is the surgeon aboard the Diane?
(a) Jakesly.
(b) Peabody.
(c) Matton.
(d) Graham.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the second lieutenant aboard the Diane?

2. How does Aubrey feel about Standish's problem?

3. How does Aubrey feel towards Ledward and Wray?

4. How do Aubrey and his group get to Corunna?

5. Over what does Maturin quibble at the dinner?

(see the answer key)

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