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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. What does McAdam call a dugong?
2. Why does Pym delay a third English frigate?
3. Why wasn't Maturin captured when Clonfert was?
4. Where does Maturin decide to go?
5. Who joins Clonfert and takes command?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Much attention is given to the treatment of both wounds and illnesses by Maturin and McAdam. Maturin, in particular seems to be far more advanced than the typical doctor of that era. Discuss one of the following:
1. Compare/contrast the medical remedies Maturin uses in Mauritius to that which would be done in our modern world.
2. Many wars are partially, if not completely, determined by factors other than the actual fighting. One of those factors is disease. Research and discuss how epidemics/pandemics have influenced the outcome of three different wars throughout history.
3. Discuss some of the medical remedies Maturin performs/uses that were probably not used in that era.
Essay Topic 2
Chapters 7 and 8 see Aubrey's command fall from the pinnacle of early success to the nearly catastrophic as unrestrained personal egos lead British forces to constant defeat. Discuss the following:
1. Why do you think Aubrey tolerates his fleet taking so much independent action? Do you think he has a choice?
2. One of the traits of a good leader is to not over lead, yet offer enough leadership for the success of the mission. Analyze one battle from with this idea in mind and decide if Aubrey is a good leader.
3. What other traits of a good leader does Aubrey demonstrate?
4. Are there any leadership traits that Aubrey seems to lack? What are they?
Essay Topic 3
Readers learn that Aubrey's ship surgeon is heavily addicted to opium. Discuss the following:
1. Why do you think the use of opium is not regulated as it is today?
2. Do you think it is a more or less enlightened society that regulates personal drug use? Explain.
3. Do you think the execution of Maturin's duties are compromised by his frequent use of opium? Why or why not? Give examples from the text.
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