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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Aubrey want his crew to report to the shipyard?
(a) To paint the ship.
(b) To witness the flogging of an insubordinate crew member.
(c) To receive new uniforms.
(d) For inspection.

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

3. What does Mrs. Fielding ask Aubrey to help her write?
(a) An appeal for the release of her husband.
(b) Lyrics to a song she writes.
(c) An appeal for the release of her husband's funds at a local bank.
(d) A letter to her husband.

4. What do Maturin and Graham think is not possible on Malta?
(a) Secrecy.
(b) Work cataloging native species.
(c) Good health.
(d) Robust exercise.

5. What do Aubrey and his men see as they exit the desert?
(a) A view of the Suez.
(b) A lake of fresh water.
(c) A large French force waiting for them.
(d) A huge fire near Niro.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Graham believe is visiting Malta?

2. With what event does the arrival coincide?

3. Who does Aubrey go to meet?

4. What do Maturin and Graham fear will happen to their naval maneuvers if there are French spies in the area?

5. About what do the citizens gossip?

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