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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At the beginning of the book, with whom is Dr. Stephen Maturin recently involved romantically?
(a) Sophie.
(b) Diana Villiers.
(c) Sophie's sister.
(d) A secret romantic interest.

2. What is the coast like where Aubrey goes ashore at Minorca?
(a) Bustling port city.
(b) Deserted area of the coast.
(c) Sheltered cove near the shipbuilding yard.
(d) Small French fort.

3. Where does Sophie's meeting with Maturin in chapter one take place?
(a) Home of Captain Jack Aubrey.
(b) Sophie's cousin's estate.
(c) Cafe near Sophie's home.
(d) Mapes Court.

4. Sophie talks to Maturin in chapter one about the temporary assignment of whom?
(a) High Lord's temporary position.
(b) Aubrey on H.M.S. Lively.
(c) Maturin's upcoming field work.
(d) Sir Joseph Blain's appointment.

5. How does H.M.S. Lively get messages and mail while on blockade duty?
(a) The ship waits for a replacement vessel.
(b) Messenger cutter comes along side.
(c) The ship goes into port.
(d) There's no way to get mail.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Aubrey know he can trust the man he meets at Minorca?

2. What is found on the French gunboat that may aid Aubrey against the French?

3. While traveling under the new orders, where does Aubrey engage in a skirmish with the French?

4. With what kind of communication does Aubrey augment the initial method of light flashes at Minorca?

5. What does Sir Joseph Blain discuss with Maturin after the lecture?

(see the answer key)

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