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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How soon will Aubrey leave Malta?
(a) Within 3 weeks.
(b) As soon as the Surprise is done.
(c) Immediately.
(d) A year.

2. What does Aubrey fear?
(a) He will lose Maturin to another assignment.
(b) He will besmirch Mrs. Fielding's reputation.
(c) He will have to revoke Pullings's promotion.
(d) He will have no crew available when time to sail.

3. Of what religion are the majority of Mubara's inhabitants?
(a) None.
(b) Christian.
(c) Muslim.
(d) Jewish.

4. Why can the men not find relief from the heat?
(a) The water is too shark infested to swim in.
(b) There is no shade.
(c) There is no breeze.
(d) They do find relief from swimming.

5. Who is Dr. Graham?
(a) A French spy.
(b) A professor studying ancient history on Malta.
(c) The governor of Malta's private physician.
(d) Maturin's colleague and a surgeon.

Short Answer Questions

1. For what is Aubrey grateful?

2. Why does Aubrey give chase to a galley ship they encounter?

3. Who is Mr. Hairabedian?

4. Where does Aubrey find Maturin enjoying a performance?

5. What secret occupation does Graham have in common with Maturin?

(see the answer key)

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