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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Maturin say when Martin asks him about the laudanum?
(a) He is using huge amounts.
(b) He overestimated its efficacy.
(c) He wants to start his habit back up.
(d) He doesn't use it anymore.

2. Why did Martin take a position on the Surprise?
(a) To support his new wife.
(b) To send his child to college.
(c) For adventure.
(d) He is in trouble with the constable.

3. What nickname did the men call Aubrey?
(a) Iron Jack.
(b) Lucky Jack.
(c) Audacious Aubrey.
(d) Fighting Aubrey.

4. What document gives Aubrey the authority to command Surprise?
(a) A letter of marque.
(b) A set of royal orders.
(c) Orders from the Queen.
(d) A letter of Merchant Marines.

5. In what state was Aubrey's finances when the Surprise was purchased by the owner?
(a) Ruined.
(b) He is supported by his wife.
(c) He had typical resources for a naval captain.
(d) He was very wealthy.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is the Surprise going to her destination port when she leaves in Chapter 2?

2. Over what does Maturin quibble at the dinner?

3. Of what ingredient is laudanum primarily composed?

4. What position does Tom Pullings hold on the Surprise?

5. Who arrives close to departure of the Surprise to go with them?

(see the answer key)

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