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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 1 and 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What request does Maturin make of Aubrey concerning his friend?
(a) To talk to the Captain of the ship where Jells is presently stationed.
(b) To talk to the Captain of the ship where Brierly is presently stationed.
(c) To loan him some money.
(d) To bring him on board the Surprise.

2. Where is Surprise to meet the HMS Danaë?
(a) Near Boston.
(b) Near Buenos Aires.
(c) Near Haiti.
(d) Near Newfoundland.

3. What does Maturin do pro bono?
(a) Sends specimens to the British Naturlist Society.
(b) Performs surgery for local indigents.
(c) Gathers intelligence for the British.
(d) Nothing.

4. Where is Surprise docking?
(a) Gibraltar.
(b) The West Indies.
(c) Near London.
(d) Boston.

5. What do Maturin and Martin do after readying for their next assignment?
(a) Open a free clinic for a few days.
(b) Observe the local flora and fauna.
(c) Research local diseases.
(d) Catch up on their sleep.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Sir Ives feel about Aubrey's recent work?

2. Who has Aubrey eyed in town as a possible romantic partner before he learns her identity?

3. What does Aubrey feel compelled to do concerning Hollom?

4. Who commands Surprise?

5. What does Wray constantly work to do?

(see the answer key)

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