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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 10 and 11.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

3. How does Aubrey feel when Maturin is called away?
(a) Angry.
(b) Relieved.
(c) Afraid.
(d) Isolated.

4. Who is badly injured after the run-in with the Jemmapes?
(a) Maturin.
(b) Mettow.
(c) Pullings.
(d) Barrett.

5. What is Babbington's title in the Navy?
(a) General.
(b) Admiral.
(c) Corporal.
(d) Captain.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is Aubrey commanded to go after he gets a new ship?

2. How does Aubrey know Babbington so well?

3. What does Aubrey dislike about his father?

4. What does Aubrey wrap the sinking hull with?

5. Where does the French ship head after breaking through the blockade?

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