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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 8 and 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. To what does Clarissa give rapt attention?
(a) Puolani.
(b) Her husband.
(c) Davidge.
(d) Everything going on on the island.

2. What do Oakes, West and Davidge demonstrate?
(a) That they wish to not be there.
(b) That they are confused.
(c) That they are upset.
(d) That they are happy.

3. What is the approximate date at the opening of the novel?
(a) 1813.
(b) 1833.
(c) 1811.
(d) 1820.

4. What vessel are Aubrey and Maturin sailing?
(a) Leopold.
(b) Shannon.
(c) Java.
(d) Surprise.

5. To whom does Aubrey transfer care of the livestock in question?
(a) Emily.
(b) Jemmy Ducks.
(c) Sarah.
(d) Clarissa.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is wrong with the duke who is mentioned by Clarissa?

2. What is brought on board the Surprise?

3. For what will they use the harpooned creature?

4. Who harpoons the creature?

5. What does Maturin continue to write about Clarissa?

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