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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why are the crew's spirits low?
(a) They are ordered to surrender the Niobe.
(b) They are ordered back to Mubara.
(c) They are ordered to England.
(d) Because of losing the treasure.

2. What does Maturin think could happen if it becomes known what has happened to Mr. Fielding?
(a) Mrs. Fielding's life may be in danger.
(b) Maturin would divorce Diana and marry Mrs. Fielding.
(c) Mrs. Fielding may die of grief.
(d) Maturin would have to take care of Mrs. Fielding financially.

3. Who is Andrew Wray?
(a) An idealist on the side of the French.
(b) Mrs. Fielding's lover.
(c) Aubrey's First Lieutenant.
(d) Maturin's good botanist friend.

4. Where is the treacherous sea through which they are sailing?
(a) Near Cape Horn.
(b) Near Ithaca.
(c) Near La Compaigne.
(d) Near Thyrce.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Mr. Fielding decline passage aboard the Surprise?

2. Where does Aubrey find Maturin enjoying a performance?

3. Who is Major Pollock?

4. What does Aubrey do soon after being shipboard?

5. About what does Aubrey worry?

(see the answer key)

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