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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the name of the Spanish ship that literally explodes into fragments toward the end of Post Captain?
(a) El Castillo.
(b) La Jolla.
(c) The Mercedes.
(d) El Tesoro.

2. What does Adam Scriven try to do to Aubrey while the Captain is out walking around town one night?
(a) He tries to meet him.
(b) He tries to entertain him.
(c) He tries to rob him.
(d) He tries to ridicule him.

3. How can the Polychrest's entry into the harbor of its French port destination be accurately described?
(a) As easy and a success.
(b) As difficult and a failure.
(c) As challenging and a learning experience.
(d) As surprising and delightful.

4. What is the name of the suitor whom Mrs. Williams has arranged for her daughter, Sophia?
(a) Parker.
(b) Bowles.
(c) Hampton.
(d) Stimson.

5. Where is Mapes Court located in relation to the gentleman's residence that Captain Aubrey has rented?
(a) Six Miles East.
(b) Ten Miles South.
(c) Around the Corner.
(d) Next Door.

Short Answer Questions

1. At the end of Chapter 9, which ship runs aground?

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

3. What relation is Diana to Sophia?

4. Who shares an interest in obscure scientific theories with Doctor Maturin?

5. What is the Polychrest armed with instead of long guns?

(see the answer key)

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