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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 9 and 10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Maturin purchase rare types of soil?
(a) To make the cannon discharges colorful.
(b) To sprinkle on the gangplank for color.
(c) To mix with herbs for medicines.
(d) To make a sand painting for the Sultan.

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

3. What do Aubrey and Maturin do after Maturin enlists Ahmed?
(a) Go aboard Diane and prepare to leave.
(b) Go to the Admirality.
(c) Go see Maturin's brother.
(d) Go to a gambling house.

4. What does Maturin tell Aubrey about the riot?
(a) He needs to get all the British aboard ship.
(b) It happens all the time in Pulo Prabang.
(c) A suggestion of his was the impetus.
(d) He will get an appointment with the vizier to find out what happened.

5. What does Aubrey do about his new orders?
(a) Says no.
(b) He said he'd have to think about it for a couple of days.
(c) Accepts them.
(d) Says he needs to talk to Sir Joseph.

Short Answer Questions

1. What kind of sanctuary does Maturin know about at Kumai?

2. What is Pullings marital status?

3. What is the second lieutenant's nickname?

4. What kind of trip did Sir Joseph have to meet the Surprise?

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

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