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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What type of musical performances are presented at the series of social gatherings attended by Mrs. Williams, her daughters, her niece, Captain Jack Aubrey and Dr. Stephen Maturin?
(a) Informal musical performances.
(b) Symphonic and formal.
(c) Operas.
(d) Piano concertos.

2. What relation is Diana to Sophia?
(a) Sister.
(b) Mother-In-Law.
(c) Aunt.
(d) Cousin.

3. The fact that ships are being moored because of the peace, along with Captain Aubrey's clash with ______________, means that no command is to be had.
(a) Highwaymen.
(b) Diana Villiers.
(c) Doctor Stephen Maturin.
(d) Superior officers.

4. What language does Maturin use to enter his personal observations in his diary?
(a) Dutch.
(b) Spanish.
(c) French.
(d) Catalan.

5. Where is Mapes Court located in relation to the gentleman's residence that Captain Aubrey has rented?
(a) Next Door.
(b) Around the Corner.
(c) Six Miles East.
(d) Ten Miles South.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the French military and political leader who declares war on England?

2. Who does Diana scoff at along with the idea of being paired with Captain Jack Aubrey?

3. How does Mrs. Williams learn about Captain Aubrey?

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

5. What is the dreadful news about that Captain Aubrey receives via letter at Polcary Down?

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