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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the nick-name of the Worcester?
(a) The Trap.
(b) One of the Forty Thieves.
(c) The Bait and Thief.
(d) The Avenger.

2. What is Aubrey's title in the Navy?
(a) Commandant.
(b) General.
(c) Captain.
(d) Sergeant.

3. Why does Aubrey delay setting sail on the Worcester?
(a) He is waiting for Maturin.
(b) He needs the all clear signal.
(c) He is waiting for his paper.
(d) He needs a favorable wind.

4. Why does Maturin live away from his wife when he is in town?
(a) It is the fashion of the time.
(b) She has commanded him to.
(c) He chooses to do so.
(d) It saves them money.

5. What is Mowett's title in the Navy?
(a) Second Lieutenant.
(b) Corporal.
(c) Admiral.
(d) Commandant.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Maturin's wife like to do?

2. What has earned the Worcester its nick-name?

3. What does Maturin do for the Navy?

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

5. What is Maturin's occupation?

(see the answer key)

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