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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Following his meeting with Lord Melville, Aubrey goes back to his hotel, sleeps and then goes for a walk. What type of facility does he wind up visiting?
(a) A millinery.
(b) A market.
(c) A cathedral.
(d) A school.

2. Which is the best way to label the crew aboard Aubrey's new sea command?
(a) Distracted.
(b) Lazy.
(c) Disorganized.
(d) Proficient.

3. Who does Aubrey entertain aboard ship in grand style?
(a) Canning.
(b) Harte.
(c) Maturin.
(d) Keith.

4. Whom does Smithers replace on board the Polychrest?
(a) Crewman Pullings.
(b) First Lieutenant Parker.
(c) Ship Master Goodridge.
(d) Marine Captain MacDonald.

5. Where is the gentleman's residence that Captain Jack Aubrey rents located?
(a) Polcary Down.
(b) Victoria Down.
(c) Meredith Down.
(d) Lampkin Place.

Short Answer Questions

1. While ashore, what type of pay do naval officers like Aubrey receive?

2. Richard Canning is a Jew, a powerful businessman, and incredibly __________________.

3. What group of people are converted into crew members for the Polychrest?

4. Who is Aubrey beginning a casual dalliance with at the same time that he is courting Sophia?

5. What official at the Admiralty does Captain Aubrey meet with to discuss obtaining a sea command?

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