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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What kind of musical instrument does Standish play?
(a) French horn.
(b) Trumpet.
(c) Piano.
(d) Violin.

3. What does Maturin see the cup-bearer doing during the dinner?
(a) Staring at Fox.
(b) Looking at Ledward knowingly.
(c) Watching Aubrey.
(d) Slipping Wray quick touches.

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

5. What does Standish ask when Surprise makes her first port?
(a) To leave the crew.
(b) To see a physician in the town.
(c) To stay on ship and not go ashore.
(d) To go ashore.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Van Buren feel about the French?

2. What reference by Maturin at dinner did Aubrey overhear?

3. In what state was Aubrey's finances when the Surprise was purchased by the owner?

4. Who will lead the British delegation to Pulo Prabang?

5. What does Standish decide to do with the situation Sir Joseph has established?

(see the answer key)

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