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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is set to take the place of Sir Joseph who is retiring?
(a) Maturin.
(b) Aubrey.
(c) Mr. Waring.
(d) Admiral Harte.

2. Who is Fanshaw?
(a) Sir Joseph's aide.
(b) Aubrey's faithful steward.
(c) Aubrey's prize agent .
(d) Solicitor hired to aid Aubrey.

3. What is the general attitude towards Mr. Atkins?
(a) The crew members like Atkins.
(b) Only Stanhope likes Atkins.
(c) Only Aubrey befriends Atkins.
(d) Maturin likes and respects Atkins.

4. What dangers does the H.M.S. Surprise face on the way to Calcutta?
(a) She takes on water due to the damage from the battle.
(b) Scurvy again plagues the ship.
(c) The French fleet again finds the ship.
(d) Torn sails make her go off course.

5. What does Margall tell Aubrey about Maturin's status on Minorca?
(a) Maturin is reassigned by the British.
(b) Maturin can no longer be trusted by the British.
(c) Maturin is imprisoned and tortured.
(d) Maturin is tortured and killed.

Short Answer Questions

1. From whom does Aubrey receive several personal letters in Chapter two?

2. What results from Diana's visits to Maturin on the H.M.S. Surprise?

3. In chapter thret, how do Aubrey and members of his crew gain access to Port Mahon?

4. How does Aubrey use the H.M.S. Surprise as a kind of decoy in his initial encounter with Linois' ships?

5. What travel plans does Sir Joseph arrange for Maturin after the physician's ordeal at Minorca?

(see the answer key)

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