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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where do the proceedings take place in Chapter 10?

2. Who abdicates as a result of the war in Chapter 10?

3. After the battle in Chapter 5, the men and officers examine what musical instrument of one of the men?

4. Jack and Stephen are staying where in London in Chapter 10?

5. Who talks with Callahan about the dinner that Aubrey and the officers ate in Chapter 5?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the theme of friendship in the narrative. How is this theme supported by the characters, symbolism, imagery, and actions in the narrative?

Essay Topic 2

Describe the relationship between Stephen and his wife Diana. How do Stephen and Diana feel about the potential divorce of their friends and relatives, Jack and Sophie? What attempts do they make to absolve the matter? Why?

Essay Topic 3

Describe the organization and structure of the Royal Navy during the period of the Napoleonic Wars. At what level of command is Jack Aubrey? Who is his superior? What ceremony is involved in the transfer of ships in the text and how realistic is this to history?

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