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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is the French military and political leader who declares war on England?
(a) Jean Lafitte.
(b) Christy-Palliere.
(c) Charles DeGaulle.
(d) Napoleon Bonaparte.

2. What was the name of Captain Aubrey's first sea command?
(a) Serengeti.
(b) Sophie.
(c) Savage Sea Explorer.
(d) Royale.

3. What is the Polychrest armed with instead of long guns?
(a) Carronades.
(b) Cannons.
(c) Rifles.
(d) Dynamite.

4. At the time that Captain Aubrey is informed about the mutiny that may be pending, how many days is the Polychrest away from reaching the French port that is its destination?
(a) Two.
(b) Four.
(c) Six.
(d) One.

5. What type of ships do Captain Aubrey and the Polychrest encounter in as they began to leave the French port?
(a) Tourist Ships.
(b) Pirate Ships.
(c) Battleships.
(d) Merchant ships.

Short Answer Questions

1. What type of route does French Captain Christy-Palliere suggest that Aubrey and Maturin take to Spain?

2. 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?

3. What group of people are converted into crew members for the Polychrest?

4. How long is Captain Aubrey and Doctor Stephen Maturin's trek across France?

5. What year do the events in Chapter 4 take place?

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