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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is Sam Panda?
(a) A local guide.
(b) A tribal shaman.
(c) Aubrey's illegitimate son.
(d) The second mate on the Surprise.

2. What does Martin do that is noticeable to Maturin?
(a) Withdraws largely from life.
(b) Starts to drink heavily.
(c) Has nightmares.
(d) Cries at night.

3. How does Franklin compare to Surprise in size?
(a) It is smaller and lighter.
(b) It is smaller but very heavy due to its guns.
(c) It is larger but lighter.
(d) It is larger and heavier.

4. How does the crew of Surprise feel about Aubrey's treatment of Dutourd and the Franklin?
(a) Angry.
(b) Happy.
(c) Confused.
(d) Indifferent.

5. Where is Surprise chasing Franklin?
(a) In the South Pacific.
(b) In the West Indies.
(c) In the Pacific Northwest.
(d) Near Cape Horn.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is wrong with most of Franklin's crew who aren't injured?

2. Of what does Vidal complain to Maturin?

3. What is the ship (s) like that are nearby?

4. What do the Franklin and Surprise exchange when close enough?

5. Why does Aubrey promote two men from the forecastle in Chapter 1?

(see the answer key)

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