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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is it that Captain Aubrey is threatened with that persuades him to leave England?
(a) Flogging.
(b) Lynching.
(c) Incarceration.
(d) Demotion.

2. How many pounds of body weight does Captain Aubrey lose during the arduous journey across France on foot?
(a) 20 pounds.
(b) 100 pounds.
(c) 15 pounds.
(d) 50 pounds.

3. Which character is dressed in a "resplendent" manner at the formal ball?
(a) Diana Villiers.
(b) Sophia Williams.
(c) Cecelia WIlliams.
(d) Frances Williams.

4. In Chapter 2, which character begins to subtly court Captain Jack Aubrey?
(a) Frances Williams.
(b) Cecelia Williams.
(c) Diana Villiers.
(d) Mrs. Williams.

5. What is the name of the vessel carrying Captain Jack Aubrey and Doctor Stephen Maturin at the beginning of Post Captain?
(a) The Charwell.
(b) H.M.S. Royale.
(c) H.M.S. Hempstead.
(d) The Pennington.

Short Answer Questions

1. As the days go by, what game do Captain Jack Aubrey and Dr. Stephen Maturin play often?

2. What type of musical performances are presented at the series of social gatherings attended by Mrs. Williams, her daughters, her niece, Captain Jack Aubrey and Dr. Stephen Maturin?

3. Where do Captain Aubrey and Doctor Maturin flee to from England?.

4. What does Captain Aubrey consider buying, but is not quite sure of its tone?

5. During a private conference at the formal ball between Dr. Stephen Maturin and Diana Villiers, what information does Diana disclose to Maturin?

(see the answer key)

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