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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. With what kind of communication does Aubrey augment the initial method of light flashes at Minorca?
(a) He leaves a series of rock piles on the beach.
(b) He abandons communication.
(c) He gives native boy a written message.
(d) He leaves private marks on shore.

2. Where does Aubrey meet with Sophie when he leaves the Grapes?
(a) At a deserted crossroads.
(b) At Sophie's home.
(c) In Aubrey's ship quarters.
(d) At Maturin's estate.

3. 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) He asks his friends to leave him in peace
(c) A northern, colder climate is Maturin's preference while he tries to recover.
(d) He favors a hot, humid climate.

4. By what means does Aubrey sneak away from the Grapes in order to meet with Sophie?
(a) He hides on a gun boat.
(b) He uses a guard's uniform.
(c) He signals from the beach to the rescue boat .
(d) He hides in a hearse.

5. In chapter one, why is Diana Villiers' recent relationship with a man such a scandal?
(a) She is still married.
(b) Her lover is a married man.
(c) Her lover is a priest.
(d) Her lover is also her cousin.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do the officers and crew of H.M.S. Lively think of their temporary captain, Aubrey?

2. In chapter one, under what circumstances do Sir Joseph Blain, Admiral Harte, and various other political and military figures meet?

3. What does Maragall arrange to ease Aubrey's arrival at Port Mahon?

4. In chapter one, with whom does Sophie Williams meet?

5. When supplies run low on H.M.S. Lively, what do some of the crew resort to eating?

(see the answer key)

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