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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 the boat not make good progress up the Gulf of Suez?
(a) Bad rainstorms.
(b) Unfavorable winds.
(c) No wind.
(d) Poor seamanship.

2. What is happening to many of Aubrey's best men?
(a) They are getting into brawls in the taverns and being badly injured.
(b) They are being promoted to other positions.
(c) They are being hired by other Captains.
(d) They are leaving naval service.

3. When does the Dromedary arrive at its destination?
(a) Right on time.
(b) Several days late.
(c) They never make it to their intended destination.
(d) Earlier than expected.

4. What does Aubrey do that is indiscreet?
(a) Makes a pass at Mrs. Fielding.
(b) Makes a pass at the bar maid in a tavern.
(c) Nothing.
(d) Talks to Leseuer not knowing who he is.

5. What does Ponto do at the shop?
(a) He's an apprentice.
(b) Breaks some of the merchandise.
(c) He is buying something.
(d) Harms the owner.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Mr. Hairabedian?

2. Who follows Aubrey dutifully?

3. Over what do Maturin and Aubrey argue concerning the ship?

4. What does Aubrey send his wife?

5. About whom does Graham worry?

(see the answer key)

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