1. What language does Doctor Maturin use to write scientific observations in his diary?
(a) French.
(b) Latin.
(c) Italian.
(d) English.

2. How can Diana's family be labeled on a socio-economic basis?
(a) Sharecroppers.
(b) Poor and penniless.
(c) Rich and powerful.
(d) Blue-collar workers.

3. What is the name of the heavy but slow brig that chases the Lord Nelson?
(a) H.M.S. Elliott.
(b) H.M.S. Flynn.
(c) H.M.S. Seahawk.
(d) H.M.S. Seagull.

4. As Chapter 1 opens, Captain Jack Aubrey holds what naval position?
(a) Post captain.
(b) Sailor.
(c) First lieutenant.
(d) Master and commander.

5. In Chapter 2, which character is described as vain, uneven, and prone to periods of meanness?
(a) Dr. Stehen Maturin.
(b) Captain Jack Aubrey.
(c) Diana Villiers.
(d) Mrs. Williams.

Short Answer Questions

1. 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.

2. Who announces a forthcoming formal ball in Chapter 2?

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

4. Who is the captainof the Indiaman that Aubrey and Maturin board in Gibraltar?

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

(see the answer key)

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