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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What scares Smith as she and Aubrey walk outside?
(a) The boom of a ship's gun.
(b) A rat running across the grass.
(c) A toad on the sidewalk.
(d) A raccoon walking towards them.

2. What is held after meeting up with the fleet?
(a) A fest held for the native Gibraltons.
(b) A celebration for the end of the War of 1812.
(c) More political discussions and planning sessions.
(d) A celebration for the capture of the USS Constitution.

3. What is the Diligence?
(a) A US vessel that is captured by the Shannon.
(b) The ship on which Aubrey, Maturin and Villiers sail to Enland.
(c) A fishing vessel of English registry.
(d) A merchant vessel of Canadian registry.

4. How does Aubrey act at the ball?
(a) Indifferent.
(b) Gay.
(c) Brooding.
(d) Socially competent but not interested in the talk.

5. What does Maturin do at the ball?
(a) Sleeps in a corner chair.
(b) Escorts Villiers from group to group introducing her.
(c) Dances almost every dance.
(d) Watches other people and examines the potted plants.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Aubrey treat Smith?

2. Where is the convoy of which the Ariel is part traveling at the beginning of Chapter 9?

3. Why does Hyde have to cut Jagiello's meat?

4. What happens to one of the American schooners that delays their pursuit?

5. What news does Smith spread far and wide?

(see the answer key)

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