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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Aboard the Polychrest, Captain Aubrey curses a young lady whom he mistakes for a ______________.
(a) Scavenger.
(b) Stowaway.
(c) Waif.
(d) Ship's boy.

2. What is Diana Villier's marital status in Post Captain?
(a) Separated.
(b) Widowed.
(c) Divorced
(d) Single.

3. As Chapter 1 opens, Captain Jack Aubrey holds what naval position?
(a) Master and commander.
(b) First lieutenant.
(c) Post captain.
(d) Sailor.

4. Which character tells Dr. Maturin that between him and Captain Aubrey, the captain is considered to be 'the prize"?
(a) Sophia Williams.
(b) Diana Villiers.
(c) Frances Williams.
(d) Mrs. Williams.

5. What type of relationship is shared between Captain Jack Aubrey and Doctor Stephen Maturin?
(a) Half-Brothers.
(b) Cousins.
(c) Neighbors.
(d) Friends.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of the heavy but slow brig that chases the Lord Nelson?

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

3. Who do Captain Aubrey and Dr. Stephen Maturin compare notes on, and secretly, mutually desire following the ball

4. What is it that Captain Aubrey is threatened with that persuades him to leave England?

5. What year do the events in Chapter 4 take place?

(see the answer key)

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