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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What body part does Macdonald lose during the naval engagement ?
(a) Eye.
(b) Hand.
(c) Leg.
(d) Arm.

2. What ship has Parker been assigned to captain?
(a) S.S. Seagull.
(b) Bellone.
(c) Remington.
(d) Fanciulla.

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

4. How much of a full crew is Captain Aubrey missing with only thirty-three crewmen aboard the Polychrest?
(a) One-third.
(b) One fourth.
(c) One-half.
(d) One fifth.

5. What relation is Sophia to Frances?
(a) Mother.
(b) Mother-In-Law.
(c) Sister.
(d) Aunt.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Mrs. Williams declare to be a perfect match for Captain Aubrey?

2. Who serves as Captain Aubrey's navigator as the Polychrest heads into the French port?

3. Who helps Captain Aubrey recruit sailors by drawing a poster promising rewards to those who sign up to crew the Polychrest?

4. What century serves as the setting for Post Captain?

5. What type of relationship is shared between Captain Jack Aubrey and Doctor Stephen Maturin?

(see the answer key)

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