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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Why did Padeen commit crimes?
(a) He was bored.
(b) To support his opium habit.
(c) To send money to his mother.
(d) To pay for his son's education.

3. How much laudanum does Maturin carry aboard?
(a) One small bottle.
(b) Ten bottles.
(c) One gallon.
(d) Five gallons.

4. How much seniority did Aubrey lose?
(a) None.
(b) Six months.
(c) One year.
(d) Fourteen weeks.

5. After Surprise completes its turn around the land in question #38 where does it sail?
(a) Across the north coast of England.
(b) East of the Iberian Peninsula.
(c) Across the Black Sea.
(d) Down the west coast of Ireland.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what does Maturin instruct Standish as the ship enters the first port?

2. Who is the surgeon aboard the Diane?

3. What document gives Aubrey the authority to command Surprise?

4. From where do many of the crew come?

5. What is Maturin's occupation?

(see the answer key)

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