View a FREE sample

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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. To what country does Maturin arrange transport for himself?
(a) Spain.
(b) America.
(c) Sweden.
(d) Russia.

2. What war is going on when THE LETTER OF MARQUE takes place?
(a) The One Hundred Years War.
(b) The War of the Roses.
(c) Napoleonic Wars.
(d) American Revolutionary War.

3. What rank does Aubrey's father hold?
(a) Admiral.
(b) Commander.
(c) Captain.
(d) General.

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

5. What type of people make up much of the residents in Shelmerston?
(a) Ship builders.
(b) Fishermen.
(c) Smugglers and near pirates.
(d) Navy sailors.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where do Surprise and her prizes go after leaving St. Martin's?

2. Why does Martin take Padeen to the dentist?

3. What other two ships does Aubrey grab that night besides Diane and the gunboats?

4. Why does the crew of Leopard hold Maturin in high esteem?

5. With whom does Surprise rendezvous on the open sea?

(see the answer key)

This section contains 205 words (approx. 1 page at 300 words per page) View a FREE sample