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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. What is the rumor in Bombay about the position of the French Armada?
2. What fleet does the H.M.S. Surprise engage in battle with?
3. What ideas does Aubrey take from his time with the China fleet?
4. What is the reason for the argument in chapter seven between Aubrey and Maturin?
5. What does Stanhope's physical condition push Aubrey to do in spite of safety concerns?
Short Essay Questions
1. How does Stanhope's ill health finally affect Aubrey and his crew?
2. What ruse is used to fool the French armada about the strength of the China fleet?
3. How do Aubrey and Stourton differ in their approaches to leadership on the ship?
4. Why is Babbinton's promotion only considered an acting appointment?
5. How do you describe Stanhope and his entourage from the stand point of the H.M.S. Surprise crew?
6. How are the officers of the H.M.S. Surprise treated by the China fleet?
7. What is Maturin's goal at the duel?
8. By the time the H.M.S. Surprise reaches Bombay, what is the condition of the ship and the crew and passengers?
9. Why does Maturin's desired outcome for Canning not come to pass?
10. Both Aubrey and Maturin entertain their shipmate's with stories and knowledge of sailing. Which man is more credible?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Political influence, then as now, often gets things done. Describe how political influence is used in the novel by both Maturin and Sir Joseph.
Essay Topic 2
Stephen Maturin does not have official status aboard the H.M.S. Surprise. Although he serves as the ship's physician, Maturin is not a naval officer. How then does he relate to the crew? How does he treat the men, and what do they think of him?
Essay Topic 3
How does the author use symbolism in the novel? How do the symbols contribute to the book?
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