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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. To whom does Aubry write shortly after leaving Bombay?
(a) Mrs. Pullings.
(b) Sophia.
(c) Mrs. Williams.
(d) Maturin.

2. The islet of St. Paul's Rocks is located where?
(a) A day's voyage north of England.
(b) Near the coast of Brazil.
(c) In the Meditteranean.
(d) South and west of India.

3. Why does Maturin not go to see Diana when he first finds out where she lives in Bombay?
(a) He is anxious about her reaction.
(b) She is out of town.
(c) Her lover Canning is at home.
(d) He cannot find the street.

4. What do Diana and Maturin discuss about the local girl Dil?
(a) He wants to help Dil.
(b) He complains about Dil's laziness.
(c) He is afraid of scandal.
(d) He asks Diana to hire Dil.

5. What is Aubrey's fate upon return to England from Port Mahon??
(a) He is stripped of his commission.
(b) He is cast into debtor's prison.
(c) He is attacked on the street.
(d) He is accused of assault.

Short Answer Questions

1. What personal tragedy recently happens to the captain of the Seringapatam?

2. Which enemy ship does Aubrey think equals in battle to the H.M.S. Surprise?

3. What becomes of Bonden and Killick when Aubrey assumes his new command in chapter four?

4. What is the coast like where Aubrey goes ashore at Minorca?

5. As the voyage progresses around South America, does the health of Stanhope improve?

(see the answer key)

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