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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what context in chapter eight does Aubrey see Sophia acting as a good wife?
(a) Sophia reminds him of his mother.
(b) He daydreams about Sophia and children.
(c) He plans their wedding.
(d) He listens to Maturin's praise of Sophia.

2. What is the intended use of the gift Jack Aubrey accepts on behalf of Sophie from the captain of the Seringapatam?
(a) The sword is to hang above a fireplace.
(b) Money from selling the treasure is to pay off debts.
(c) The bird's plumage is for a fancy hat.
(d) The pearls are for a necklace.

3. Besides the squall that maroons Maturin, what other frustrating weather does the H.M.S. Surprise experience near Brazil?
(a) Clouds that affect navigation.
(b) Dangerous tradewinds.
(c) Dry weather that depletes the drinking water.
(d) Calm winds and excessive heat.

4. Atkins and Stanhope are lectured about sailing by what man?
(a) Maturin.
(b) Aubrey.
(c) Bonden.
(d) Mr. Smith.

5. In Bombay, does Maturin's logic convince Aubrey that he should not worry about Sophie's impressions?
(a) Aubrey is not convinced.
(b) Aubrey decides not to worry.
(c) Mr. White explains Maturin's logic.
(d) Aubrey does not understand Maturin.

6. Who is appointed as acting third lieutenant after Maturin returns without Nicolls?
(a) No one.
(b) Blain.
(c) Babbington.
(d) Bonden.

7. In what direction is the H.M.S. Surprise headed while in the sea near Brazil?
(a) Northwest direction.
(b) East to avoid the tradewinds.
(c) South along the coast.
(d) Northeast toward England.

8. Why does Aubrey meet with the first lieutenant Stourton shortly after the ship sets sail out of Bombay?
(a) Stourton accounts for the ship's money.
(b) Stourton asks to discuss navigation.
(c) Aubrey asks Stourton about the French fleet.
(d) Aubry wants to brief him on how the ship is run.

9. Who dies from his wounds a few days after the H.M.S. Surprise is in a battle with the French?
(a) Bowes.
(b) Linois.
(c) Stourton.
(d) Pullings.

10. What does Stanhope's physical condition push Aubrey to do in spite of safety concerns?
(a) He anchors in dangerously deep water.
(b) He turns the ship back toward Bombay.
(c) He rows Stanhope to shore during a typhoon.
(d) He sails into a storm.

11. How does Mr. Stourton become first lieutenant on H.M.S. Surprise?
(a) Official notice from England orders the promotion.
(b) An admiral appointments him.
(c) Maturin gets Aubrey to promote Stourton.
(d) Aubrey promotes him.

12. What does Aubrey show Maturin when they climb into the foretop?
(a) Iinitials Aubrey carves years before.
(b) The French fleet.
(c) Where sailors hide trinkets.
(d) Ships repairs.

13. With what plan of Aubrey does Commodore Moffit fully agree?
(a) Destroying French rigging to allow for escape.
(b) To surrender.
(c) To escape the French fleet under the cover of darkness.
(d) To sail back to India for help.

14. What does Aubrey think of Canning in chapter ten?
(a) He has no direct contact with Canning.
(b) He is charmed by Canning.
(c) He cannot warm up to Canning, a Jew.
(d) He no longer trusts Canning.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What becomes of Stanhope's entourage?

2. Who becomes second lieutenant after Nicolls is gone?

3. Among the vessels of Linois, which is the most imposing to Aubrey?

4. What affect does the heat and exposure on St. Paul's Rocks have on Stephen Maturin.

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

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