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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 12.

Multiple Choice 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?
(a) Their latest sea vessel conquests.
(b) Their respective crews.
(c) Love troubles.
(d) The war between England and France.

2. In Chapter 1, what country does Diana Villiers leave in order to return to England?
(a) India.
(b) Ireland.
(c) Brazil.
(d) United States.

3. What country are Aubrey and Maturin headed to via the Indiaman that they board in Gibraltar?
(a) Ireland.
(b) Scotland.
(c) Spain.
(d) England.

4. What does Scriven teach Captain Aubrey to do?
(a) Escape from Sophia.
(b) Avoid debtors' prison.
(c) Write an essay.
(d) Train a bear.

5. What type of unwanted guests does Post Captain Aubrey have in his cabin aboard his new sea command?
(a) Turtles.
(b) Hamsters.
(c) Ants.
(d) Bees.

Short Answer Questions

1. What fact about the Polychrest leads Captain Aubrey and two of his officers to re-design the ship's rigging?

2. Who does Mrs. Williams declare to be a perfect match for Captain Aubrey?

3. 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?

4. What other ship's traits are also featured on the Polychrest?

5. What type of dueling pistols does Doctor Maturin borrow from MacDonald?

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