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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was the name of Captain Aubrey's first sea command?
(a) Serengeti.
(b) Savage Sea Explorer.
(c) Sophie.
(d) Royale.

2. Aside from Aubrey and Maturin, two other passengers are aboard the Indiaman headed for England. How are they described?
(a) A grandmother and grandson.
(b) Two male passengers.
(c) Two female passengers.
(d) A father and son.

3. How long is Captain Aubrey and Doctor Stephen Maturin's trek across France?
(a) 40 miles.
(b) 120 miles.
(c) 225 miles.
(d) 350 miles.

4. What was the name of French Captain Christy-Palliere's ship that captured Captain Aubrey's first sea command?
(a) Ritzonne.
(b) Desaix.
(c) Placer du Mar.
(d) Sorbonne.

5. Who is Preserved Killick?
(a) Aubrey's steward.
(b) Doctor Maturin's assistant.
(c) Maturin's cousin.
(d) A local taxidermist

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. Who does Diana find herself under the care of in Chapter 2?

4. What is the name of the Indiaman that Aubrey and Maturin board in Gibraltar?

5. What has Captain Aubrey done that has resulted in ill feelings between him and Admiral Harte?

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