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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. On the way to the reunion with H.M.S. Lively's regular captain, Aubrey is supposed to rendezvous with whom?
(a) Unknown British spy.
(b) Sir Joseph Blain.
(c) Maturin.
(d) Sophia.

2. How many of the French soldiers guarding the prisoners at Port Mahon escape harm?
(a) One French officer gets away.
(b) Only the prison commander dies.
(c) Only two guards are wounded.
(d) All French are killed.

3. When Aubrey first goes ashore on Minorca, who approaches him and wants to talk about Maturin?
(a) Governor of the island.
(b) Joan Maragall.
(c) An island native.
(d) Maturin's brother.

4. Besides seeking treatment in England, what else does Maturin think helps him recover his health after Port Mahon?
(a) He wants to travel to South Africa.
(b) A northern, colder climate is Maturin's preference while he tries to recover.
(c) He asks his friends to leave him in peace
(d) He favors a hot, humid climate.

5. How does Mrs. Williams react to Aubrey's situation in chapter four?
(a) She shuns Aubrey outside the House of Lords.
(b) She offers Aubrey financial help.
(c) She encourages Maturin to help Aubrey.
(d) She uses Aubry's misfortune to forbid Sophie's seeing him.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Aubrey's fate upon return to England from Port Mahon??

2. How does Maturin get to the gunboat after the escape from the Port Mahon prison?

3. Why is Jack Aubrey familiar with Port Mahon?

4. How does Maturin help Aubrey's career in Chapter four?

5. Where does Aubrey meet with Sophie when he leaves the Grapes?

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