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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 8 and 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Aubrey spend a small fortune of his own money on something for the ship?
(a) So he can rest easy.
(b) So the crew can practice shooting.
(c) So he can sail according to Navy restrictions.
(d) So they look the part.

2. How is Maturin embarrassed when he first boards the Worcester?
(a) He drops his luggage.
(b) He is mocked by the crew.
(c) He gets dipped in the sea.
(d) He bangs up his legs.

3. What causes the mistakes Maturin has to cover up when he is back with Aubrey?
(a) A spy.
(b) Misinterpretations.
(c) Unexperienced agents.
(d) Bad weather.

4. What does Aubrey do before setting sail across the sea?
(a) Inspects every room.
(b) Inventories all the provisions.
(c) Interviews the crew.
(d) Takes a long sleep.

5. Who is Maturin supposed to meet with at the clandestine rendezvous?
(a) Neutral rebels.
(b) Spanish allies.
(c) British spies.
(d) French turncoats.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who gets mad about the treatment of the birds that land on the ship?

2. How does Maturin feel about Aubrey?

3. What do the newcomers on the boat say about Aubrey when he leaves the harbor with the French consort?

4. What is Maturin's first name?

5. What do the crew dislike most about the Worcester?

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