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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. Where do the men meet after dinner in Chapter 5?
(a) The deck.
(b) The Captain's fore-cabin.
(c) The library.
(d) The First Lieutenant's quarters.

2. Stephen inspects whose wounds from the boxing match aboard the ship in Chapter 4?
(a) Bonden's.
(b) Aubrey's.
(c) Colman's.
(d) Diana's.

3. The Yellow Admiral is set in what century?
(a) 18th.
(b) 19th.
(c) 17th.
(d) 20th.

4. What sport do Jack and Stephen engage in in Chapter 2?
(a) Fencing.
(b) Hunting.
(c) Polo.
(d) Fishing.

5. What is the name of Diana's daughter?
(a) Sophie.
(b) Charlotte.
(c) Brigid.
(d) Clarissa.

Short Answer Questions

1. Jack Aubrey's financial problems stem from litigation due to the seizure of what?

2. Jack serves in what capacity over the manor of his estate?

3. How many days have the ships been at sea in the beginning of Chapter 5?

4. Who is the Midshipman on the Bellona?

5. Who is the First Lieutenant on the Bellona?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who arrives at the Aubrey household on Thursday in Chapter 2? What do these men discuss?

2. What takes place after the fight in Chapter 3? Who is being carried home?

3. What is the state of the crew once the weather clears in Chapter 5? When does the battle begin?

4. What does Jack learn of Stephen's whereabouts after the Bellona's repairs in Chapter 7?

5. What stories does Stephen ask to hear of from the officers in Chapter 5? What does this say of his nature?

6. Where do Jack and Stephen go in Chapter 2 after Stephen's arrival? What is discussed of their financial problems?

7. What does Admiral Stranraer say to Stephen regarding the inclosure policy in Chapter 4?

8. Describe the fight in Chapter 3. Who wins the match? Who is there?

9. What is the principle concern of the men during the transfer to the Bellona in Chapter 4?

10. What is the response Jack receives upon returning home after the Parliamentary vote in Chapter 3? What is next on his agenda?

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