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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How long does Aubrey think it will be before the Surprise is ready to sail?
(a) He has no idea.
(b) A couple days.
(c) About 2 weeks.
(d) Several months.

2. How is the crew that remains as far as their ties to Aubrey?
(a) They are fiercely loyal.
(b) They are close to mutiny.
(c) They are loyal enough unless they are offered more pay elsewhere.
(d) The narrator does not mention the crew.

3. What does Aubrey send his wife?
(a) A writ of divorcement.
(b) A large sum of money.
(c) A drawing of him by a local artist.
(d) A letter asking her to come stay with him in Malta.

4. How does one gain rank in the British navy?
(a) By putting in the time required for each rank level.
(b) Through political ties.
(c) Through successful battles and conquests.
(d) Through family connections.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Aubrey's mood improve?

2. Who is Mrs. Laura Fielding?

3. How does Aubrey pay for the repairs on his ship?

4. About what do the citizens gossip?

5. Why does Aubrey not hold Maturin's closeness to Mrs. Fielding against Maturin?

(see the answer key)

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