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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Mrs. Williams learn about Captain Aubrey?
(a) By Letter.
(b) Gossip.
(c) By Messenger.
(d) Gazette.

2. What natural marvel do the passengers aboard the Indiaman get to see as the ship is making its way to England?
(a) A rainbow.
(b) A snow-capped mountain.
(c) A finback whale.
(d) A mermaid.

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

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

5. What is Diana Villier's marital status in Post Captain?
(a) Single.
(b) Divorced
(c) Widowed.
(d) Separated.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Aubrey yell profane orders to believing to be the ship's boy?

2. Where do Captain Aubrey and Doctor Maturin flee to from England?.

3. Who sends a letter to Aubrey upon leaving England expressing her continued affection and good intentions despite her mother's interference?

4. What is the name of the first lieutenant on the Indiaman headed to England with Aubrey and Maturin aboard?

5. Why does Captain Aubrey decline Diana Villier's invitation to meet on the day following Lady Keith's dinner party?

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