View a FREE sample

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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What happens to the men's supplies?
(a) They are all stolen.
(b) They are ruined.
(c) Nothing.
(d) They are reduced by half.

2. When does Aubrey set a course for with the Surprise?
(a) The area near Brest.
(b) The area near Normandy.
(c) Lisbon.
(d) Snata Maura.

3. What does Wray agree to in order to cancel his debt?
(a) Nothing.
(b) Taking on a dangerous spy mission.
(c) Political favors.
(d) Resigning his commission.

4. What news from the Admiral heartens Aubrey?
(a) His wife has delivered twins.
(b) His father has recovered from a serious illness.
(c) He is being promoted.
(d) The Surprise will soon be ready.

5. How is visibility in the squalls?
(a) Poor.
(b) They cannot see more than a foot in front of the prow.
(c) It is amazingly only slightly affected.
(d) That is one thing that is excellent.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do Aubrey and his men see as they exit the desert?

2. What kind of meeting does Maturin have that morning?

3. What does Aubrey fear about submitting his report?

4. What does Dr. Graham enjoy doing as a pastime?

5. What concerns Aubrey the most about failing to gain the treasure?

(see the answer key)

This section contains 264 words (approx. 1 page at 300 words per page) View a FREE sample