2. Why did things not go as expected for Aubrey when he went into the harbor with the French consort?
(a) They were low on food.
(b) They were all keeping neutrality agreements.
(c) They mistook Aubrey for someone else.
(d) They were afraid of the secret weapon rumors.

3. How does Aubrey know Mercedes?
(a) They are business associates.
(b) They are cousins.
(c) They were at school together.
(d) They are old lovers.

4. What does the crew have to pay most attention to during a storm?
(a) The sails.
(b) The mast.
(c) The leaks.
(d) The cargo hold.

5. How does Aubrey describe Mustapha?
(a) Boisturous.
(b) Loyal.
(c) Subtle.
(d) Strong.

6. What is most harmful to the Worcester while on blockade duty?
(a) Bombings.
(b) Rust.
(c) Poor maintenance.
(d) Bad weather.

7. Who is killed when the Suprise attacks the French's rear?
(a) The captain.
(b) A French spy.
(c) A Parson.
(d) The political delegate.

8. How does Davis view being under Aubrey's command?
(a) It is embarrassing.
(b) It is just another post.
(c) It is the quickest way to promotion.
(d) It is a privilege.

9. What is important for Aubrey to know about the potentates he will be meeting with?
(a) They are destitute.
(b) They hate each other.
(c) They are not intelligent.
(d) They are leaning towards the French alliance.

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

11. What is Davis's first name?
(a) Anger.
(b) Awkward.
(c) Avarice.
(d) Attached.

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

13. What ship does Aubrey take with him on his new duty after leaving the blockade?
(a) The Polyphemus.
(b) The Flame Thrower.
(c) The Excellent.
(d) The Surprise.

14. What is the Worcester declared when it gets to the meeting point after the conflict at the blockade?
(a) Demoted to a trade ship.
(b) Unfit for duty.
(c) Challenged.
(d) In need of repair.

15. Where does Aubrey take Maturin after leaving Mercedes?
(a) The front lines.
(b) A bar.
(c) A political meeting.
(d) A safe harbor.