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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. For what is everyone waiting anxiously?
(a) For the return of two packets with further orders for Aubrey and Maturin.
(b) The coming of the new ambassador from the United States.
(c) The coming of the new ambassador from Germany.
(d) For Captain Broke's wounds to heal.

2. What compels Aubrey to find Smith quite attractive?
(a) He does not want to insult her father, the host.
(b) Alcohol.
(c) Maturin's request that Aubrey be kind to his cousin.
(d) Nothing could compel him to find her attractive.

3. How is Villiers' appearance at the ball?
(a) Respledent.
(b) She is wearing a lovely gown but no jewelry.
(c) She is wearing black for the death of her husband.
(d) Subdued in greys because she feels ill.

4. Who does Aubrey quote that misleads Amanda Smith?
(a) Maturin.
(b) Admiral Nelson.
(c) Harry Johnson.
(d) Villiers.

5. What happens when the Minnie is chased as planned?
(a) It makes dock without drawing hostile fire.
(b) It is fired upon and turns and flees.
(c) It is fired upon and damaged badly.
(d) It is fired upon and sunk.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where are the wounded transferred?

2. From where have Aubrey, Maturin and Villiers just escaped?

3. What is Harry Johnson's financial situation?

4. How does Maturin prepare for his mission to Grimsholm?

5. How does Aubrey act at the ball?

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