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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 dreadful news about that Captain Aubrey receives via letter at Polcary Down?
(a) His grandmother.
(b) His finances.
(c) His father.
(d) His employment.

2. At the time that Captain Aubrey is informed about the mutiny that may be pending, how many days is the Polychrest away from reaching the French port that is its destination?
(a) One.
(b) Two.
(c) Four.
(d) Six.

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

4. Whose perfume does Maturin smell on Aubrey upon the latter's return to the Polychrest?
(a) Diana's.
(b) Sophia's.
(c) Sarah's.
(d) Eleanor's.

5. Aubrey's sea command transports an officer's ______________ on one voyage.
(a) Sister.
(b) Mother.
(c) Grandmoher.
(d) Aunt.

Short Answer Questions

1. What aspect of Captain Aubrey's life is damaged by his constant visits to Diana?

2. Doctor Maturin advises Sophia to be more __________ with Captain Aubrey.

3. What is the name of the French privateer that closes in on the Indiaman that Aubrey and Maturin are passengers in?

4. During a private conference at the formal ball between Dr. Stephen Maturin and Diana Villiers, what information does Diana disclose to Maturin?

5. Upon the capture of the Spanish treasure ships, what part of Aubrey's life does Aubrey consider to be over?

(see the answer key)

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