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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Aubrey not want to sail on the Worcester?
(a) He thinks it is beneath him.
(b) He knows it will get into danger.
(c) He has been on it before.
(d) He wants to stay home.

2. What kind of people will the Worcester deliver to destinations?
(a) Businessmen.
(b) Admirals.
(c) Parsons.
(d) Soldiers.

3. What is Aubrey's first name?
(a) Jack.
(b) John.
(c) Jake.
(d) Jim.

4. What has earned the Worcester its nick-name?
(a) It has many guns on it.
(b) Many corners were cut in the building of it.
(c) It was used by pirates for some time.
(d) Many people recognize it readily.

5. How does Maturin feel about Aubrey?
(a) They are co-workers.
(b) They are complete opposites.
(c) They were enemies in the past.
(d) They are best friends.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Aubrey delay setting sail on the Worcester?

2. What does Mowett scold Maturin for on the ship?

3. Where is the Worcester heading after leaving England?

4. Who is England at conflict with in this book?

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

(see the answer key)

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