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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 2 and 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. To whom does Aubrey give his word that there are no stowaways on board?
(a) The governor.
(b) The navy admiral stationed in Port Jackson.
(c) The military police.
(d) The sheriff.

2. What does Maturin continue to write about Clarissa?
(a) That she is no great beauty.
(b) That she is hiding something.
(c) That he cannot believe she killed someone.
(d) That she reminds him of his sister.

3. What is Maturin's position on board?
(a) The first mate.
(b) The ship's surgeon.
(c) The cook.
(d) The steward.

4. What does Martin accept from Maturin?
(a) Being dropped at a missionary settlement near Cape Horn.
(b) A position of shipboard chaplain.
(c) A few pounds to tide him over until he finds a new position.
(d) A position as clergy.

5. Where is the Surprise ordered?
(a) To the West Indies.
(b) To some islands off Cape Horn.
(c) To Moahu.
(d) To the Mediterrean.

Short Answer Questions

1. What helps Aubrey get a good night's sleep?

2. How does Aubrey occupy his time when not commanding the ship?

3. What will happen if Oakes marries Clarissa?

4. Who is Tom Pullings?

5. What positions do Davidge and West hold on the Surprise?

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