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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 Rowan come aboard the ship?
(a) To help with the birds.
(b) As a trade for Somers.
(c) As a punishment.
(d) To get proper training.

2. What is Nathaniel Martin's job on the ship?
(a) Shipmate.
(b) Parson.
(c) Carpenter.
(d) Surgeon.

3. Why do the officers on the Worcester dislike Maturin?
(a) He is late to board.
(b) He is favored by the captain.
(c) He is quiet and morose.
(d) He is richer than they.

4. What do the crew do when the birds land on the ship?
(a) Kick and stomp on them.
(b) Capture them in cages.
(c) Throw them overboard.
(d) Kill them for food.

5. What does the narrator say Graham is bereft of?
(a) Humor.
(b) Malice.
(c) Patience.
(d) Hair.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the crew of the Jemmapes fear when Aubrey fires on them?

2. What keeps Maturin away from home for long periods of time?

3. What composer do Aubrey and Maturin discuss?

4. Why does Aubrey spend a small fortune of his own money on something for the ship?

5. What is Babbington's title in the Navy?

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