1. What type of ships do Captain Aubrey and the Polychrest encounter in as they began to leave the French port?
(a) Merchant ships.
(b) Battleships.
(c) Pirate Ships.
(d) Tourist Ships.

2. At the time that Captain Aubrey is informed about the mutiny that may be pending, how many days is the Polychrest away from reaching the French port that is its destination?
(a) One.
(b) Six.
(c) Four.
(d) Two.

3. What is the name of the ship that is instrumental in pulling the Polychrest out of a sandbank after it runs aground?
(a) H.M.S. Neptune.
(b) H.M.S. Seagull.
(c) Fanciulla.
(d) H.M.S.Lively.

4. Who owns a personal estate just across the border in Spain?
(a) Sophia Williams.
(b) Captain Jack Aubrey.
(c) Diana Villiers.
(d) Doctor Stephen Maturin.

5. What country is close to Toulon, France?
(a) Spain
(b) Germany.
(c) Russia.
(d) England.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the main topic of conversation between Captain Aubrey and his old friend, French Captain Christy-Palliere, on their first opportunity to visit following a lengthy time apart?

2. How can the Polychrest's entry into the harbor of its French port destination be accurately described?

3. What is the name of Captain Aubrey's old friend who is captain of The Franchise?

4. How long is Captain Aubrey and Doctor Stephen Maturin's trek across France?

5. How many pounds of body weight does Captain Aubrey lose during the arduous journey across France on foot?

(see the answer key)

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