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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. How does Aubrey feel when Maturin is called away?

3. Where is Graham from?

4. What happens when the crew fires on the first practice session?

5. What causes the fear of the Jemmapes after they are fired on?

Short Essay Questions

1. What happens when a strong wind blows birds over the ship?

2. What is the Worcester's nickname, and why?

3. What does blockade duty entail?

4. How is Maturin wounded?

5. Why is Maturin excited to sail on the Worcester?

6. What two events in this chapter cheer up Aubrey?

7. How is Somers a danger to the whole ship?

8. What does Aubrey do for the ship that impresses his crew?

9. What surprises Aubrey when he meets Thornton?

10. Why does Aubrey choose to captain the Worcester even though he doesn't want to?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Fear is a major motivating factor for a number of characters in this book. Which characters are most affected by this, and what are some of the different ways this fear is manifested?

Essay Topic 2

Human nature is a strong symbol and theme in this book. Where does this symbol appear, and what role does it play in the book?

Essay Topic 3

War is a major theme in this book. Where does this theme appear, and what effects does the inclusion of this theme have on the tone and message of the book?

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