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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What do Aubrey and Maturin share?
(a) A hatred of the Irish.
(b) An appreciation for music.
(c) A hatred of all things Dutch.
(d) An appreciation for the natural sciences.

3. Who is Stephen Maturin?
(a) The surgeon aboard the Leopard.
(b) The surgeon aboard the Surprise.
(c) Another Navy Captain.
(d) Aubrey's nemesis.

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

5. How many damaged ships is Aubrey responsible for?
(a) 0.
(b) 3.
(c) 2.
(d) 1.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do most of the British officers then begin to assume?

2. From what do many of the men who arrive at the ship yard suffer?

3. Who is Dr. Graham?

4. What does Aubrey send his wife?

5. What shop is Captain Aubrey near once when Ponto is around Aubrey?

(see the answer key)

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