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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Upon what type of navigation do the ships in this era rely?
(a) Seat of the pants.
(b) Compass.
(c) GPS.
(d) Celestial.

2. In what did Martin show an interest after the woman left the ship?
(a) Sexuality.
(b) Religion.
(c) Diagnosis and treatment of syphilis.
(d) The psychology of men and women.

3. What does a shot from Franklin do to Surprise?
(a) Fractures the forecastle mast.
(b) Takes out some of the railing.
(c) Breaks the cargo hatch.
(d) Brings down some cordage and spars.

4. Who is the owner of Franklin?
(a) Dutourd.
(b) Naston.
(c) Ashlely.
(d) DuPree.

5. What main part of Franklin do the carpenters have to replace?
(a) The mast.
(b) The rudder.
(c) The bow spars.
(d) The forecastle.

Short Answer Questions

1. What nationality is the Franklin?

2. How are the winds behaving by the end of Chapter 1?

3. What does Reade do that slows down Surprise?

4. What does Martin do that is noticeable to Maturin?

5. What does Franklin do to lighten her load?

(see the answer key)

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