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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As the voyage progresses around South America, does the health of Stanhope improve?
(a) He loses the use of his legs.
(b) He does not regain good health.
(c) He returns to perfect health.
(d) He shows marked improvement.

2. What becomes of Stanhope's entourage?
(a) They are put ashore on some islands.
(b) Most pay for passage on the Indiamen transport ships.
(c) Three are killed in the battle with the French.
(d) They stay in Calcutta.

3. Who acts as Maturin's second?
(a) Marine Captain Etherege.
(b) Captain Aubrey,
(c) M'Alister.
(d) Diana's brother.

4. In chapter one, under what circumstances do Sir Joseph Blain, Admiral Harte, and various other political and military figures meet?
(a) Funeral of the King of England.
(b) Ball thrown for the young hero Captain Jack Aubrey.
(c) Meeting of the Lords Commissioners of the Admiralty.
(d) Quarters of Harte on H.M.S. Lively.

5. Does Stanhope's death come as a surprise to others on the H.M.S. Surprise?
(a) Only Maturin is surprised by Stanhope dying.
(b) The officers are surprised since Stanhope is so young.
(c) No one expects Stanhope to die.
(d) The death of Stanhope surprises no one after his continued illness.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Aubrey realize when he returns to the China fleet?

2. How does Maturin get to the gunboat after the escape from the Port Mahon prison?

3. What is the intended use of the gift Jack Aubrey accepts on behalf of Sophie from the captain of the Seringapatam?

4. Where does Aubrey meet with Sophie when he leaves the Grapes?

5. Is the onslaught of the Port Mahon prison carried out by Aubrey's men a success?

(see the answer key)

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