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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Aside from being a surgeon, what type of work does Stephen Maturin also handle?
(a) Veterinarian.
(b) Secret Agent.
(c) Pastor.
(d) Farmer.

2. Who hosts a dinner party at which Captain Aubrey is pursued for arrest?
(a) The Pullings Family.
(b) The Waite Family.
(c) Lady Knowles.
(d) Clarice Brennan.

3. What is the main topic of conversation between Captain Aubrey and his old friend, French Captain Christy-Palliere, on their first opportunity to visit following a lengthy time apart?
(a) Their respective crews.
(b) The war between England and France.
(c) Their latest sea vessel conquests.
(d) Love troubles.

4. What is the name of the French privateer that closes in on the Indiaman that Aubrey and Maturin are passengers in?
(a) Le Antoinette.
(b) Le Auchan.
(c) The Bellone.
(d) The Sea Master.

5. What is the name of the heavy but slow brig that chases the Lord Nelson?
(a) H.M.S. Seahawk.
(b) H.M.S. Flynn.
(c) H.M.S. Seagull.
(d) H.M.S. Elliott.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

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

4. What other ship's traits are also featured on the Polychrest?

5. What language does Maturin use to enter his personal observations in his diary?

Short Essay Questions

1. What types of discomfort does Maturin have to endure while walking to Spain with Aubrey?

2. How are Bellone's men able to board the Indiaman Lord Nelson during the naval engagement?

3. What are some of the actions and activities that Aubrey engages in upon his return to England with Maturin demonstrate his wealth?

4. Can the route to Spain suggested to Aubrey and Maturin by Christy-Palliere be considered safe or dangerous?

5. How do the eligible bachelors from Polcary Downs socialize with the eligible women next door at Mapes Court?

6. Why does Captain Aubrey feel compelled to warn Doctor Maturin about the highwaymen?

7. What taints the celebratory supper hosted by Tom Pullings family?

8. What events act as catalysts to drive Captain Aubrey away from England and toward France?

9. How does Doctor Maturin's unrequited love for Diana affect him?

10. How do Aubrey and Maturin react to one another's romantic interest in Diana?

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