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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In chapter one, with whom does Sophie Williams meet?
(a) Sir Joseph Blain.
(b) Jack Aubrey.
(c) Her cousin Diana.
(d) Dr. Stephen Maturin.

2. What does Maturin receive from England while he is in Bombay?
(a) Money from friends.
(b) Books about nature.
(c) Several letters from Diana.
(d) Official reports and letters from Sophie.

3. Who becomes second lieutenant after Nicolls is gone?
(a) Pullings.
(b) Stanhope.
(c) Babbington.
(d) Mr. White.

4. How does Maturin handle the confession of Nicolls?
(a) He suggests they immediatly return to the H.M.S. Surprise.
(b) He refers Nicoll's to Stanhope.
(c) He plays down what Nicolls has to say.
(d) He tells Nicolls he will consult with Aubrey.

5. Who conducts the inspection of H.M.S. Surprise in chapter five?
(a) Maturin.
(b) Admiral Harte.
(c) Mr. White.
(d) Aubrey.

Short Answer Questions

1. What ideas does Aubrey take from his time with the China fleet?

2. What is Aubrey's fate upon return to England from Port Mahon??

3. What is Canning's religious background?

4. What fleet does the H.M.S. Surprise engage in battle with?

5. By what means does Aubrey sneak away from the Grapes in order to meet with Sophie?

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