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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In chapter two, where is Maturin imprisoned?
(a) Stockade near Paris.
(b) On a French ship.
(c) Port Mahon.
(d) In London.

2. At the beginning of the book, with whom is Dr. Stephen Maturin recently involved romantically?
(a) Diana Villiers.
(b) A secret romantic interest.
(c) Sophie's sister.
(d) Sophie.

3. Maturin pays to stay informed of the whereabouts of whom?
(a) Sir Joseph Blain.
(b) The new First Lord.
(c) Diana Villiers.
(d) Captain Jack Aubrey.

4. Why is the First Lord of the Lords Commissioners not happy about allowing captured Spanish vessels to be considered prizes?
(a) Aubrey benefits from the prizes.
(b) First Lord fears a Spanish retaliation.
(c) Fortune goes to Sir Joseph Blain.
(d) Prime minister is sympathizing with the Spanish.

5. How does H.M.S. Lively get messages and mail while on blockade duty?
(a) The ship waits for a replacement vessel.
(b) The ship goes into port.
(c) There's no way to get mail.
(d) Messenger cutter comes along side.

Short Answer Questions

1. In chapter one, why is Diana Villiers' recent relationship with a man such a scandal?

2. In chapter one, under what circumstances do Sir Joseph Blain, Admiral Harte, and various other political and military figures meet?

3. Who is Richard Canning?

4. What does Margall tell Aubrey about Maturin's status on Minorca?

5. What is found on the French gunboat that may aid Aubrey against the French?

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