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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 7 and 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. To where are Triton and the American prizes being escorted?
(a) A court of condemnation.
(b) Brest.
(c) London.
(d) Pula Batang.

2. What does Maturin hope the Cornélie will be without?
(a) A captain.
(b) Enough money for a good refitting.
(c) Gunpowder.
(d) A surgeon.

3. How far do they figure they will have to sail to find assistance?
(a) About 200 miles.
(b) About 80 miles to India.
(c) Almost to the European continent.
(d) About 60 miles to the East African coast.

4. Why are Maturin and Martin combing the island despite the illness?
(a) They are immune as they've had it before.
(b) They stay far enough away from the town.
(c) They believe the pathogen has died out.
(d) It is essential to get the crew some fruit.

5. Who does Maturin offend?
(a) Governor Greeves.
(b) Captain Connor.
(c) Captain Lowe.
(d) No one.

Short Answer Questions

1. When will the ambush take place?

2. Who fixes the problem with the Nutmeg Consolation's sailing problem?

3. About what does Maturin brood?

4. What does Aubrey do to Miller and Oakes?

5. After whom is Aubrey's new ship named?

(see the answer key)

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