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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 8 and 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How did Aubrey's legal difficulties affect his father?
(a) Brought him back into politics.
(b) Made his troubles worse.
(c) Cleared his name.
(d) It didn't affect him.

2. What happens to Padeen's hand?
(a) It is broken.
(b) It is injured and burned.
(c) It is cut off when caught between two ropes.
(d) It is bit by a rat.

3. Why will Maturin travel on the Leopard?
(a) It is the only ship leaving soon.
(b) He knows the captain.
(c) Sir Joseph arranged it.
(d) Sentimental reasons.

4. In what position will Tom Pullings work on Surprise?
(a) First mate.
(b) Captain's stewart.
(c) Rigger.
(d) Coxswain.

5. How do Aubrey and the crew feel about what Maturin gave him?
(a) Discontent.
(b) Indifferent.
(c) Delighted.
(d) Confused.

Short Answer Questions

1. How might Aubrey's situation be corrected?

2. How much laudanum does Maturin say he takes every day?

3. What will Surprise's boats do according to Aubrey's plan?

4. What does Maturin explain to Diana about his rumored affairs?

5. What kind of addiction does Maturin have?

(see the answer key)

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