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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

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

4. Which character appears in threadbare dress and covered with crumbs at a dinner party hosted by Mrs. Williams at Mapes Court?
(a) Frances Williams.
(b) Diana Villiers.
(c) Doctor Stephen Maturin.
(d) Cecelia Williams.

5. Aboard the Polychrest, Captain Aubrey curses a young lady whom he mistakes for a ______________.
(a) Ship's boy.
(b) Waif.
(c) Stowaway.
(d) Scavenger.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of the heavy but slow brig that chases the Lord Nelson?

2. In Chapter 2, which character is described as vain, uneven, and prone to periods of meanness?

3. Which character is dressed in a "resplendent" manner at the formal ball?

4. Aside from Aubrey and Maturin, two other passengers are aboard the Indiaman headed for England. How are they described?

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

(see the answer key)

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