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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which character tells Dr. Maturin that between him and Captain Aubrey, the captain is considered to be 'the prize"?
(a) Sophia Williams.
(b) Diana Villiers.
(c) Mrs. Williams.
(d) Frances Williams.

2. Why does Captain Aubrey decline Diana Villier's invitation to meet on the day following Lady Keith's dinner party?
(a) He is afraid of being arrested for debt.
(b) He does not want to be seen in public with her.
(c) The Admiralty has ordered him to leave the country on that same date.
(d) He is in love with Cecilia and does not want to hurt her feelings.

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

4. Where is Mapes Court located in relation to the gentleman's residence that Captain Aubrey has rented?
(a) Six Miles East.
(b) Next Door.
(c) Around the Corner.
(d) Ten Miles South.

5. What is the name of the vessel carrying Captain Jack Aubrey and Doctor Stephen Maturin at the beginning of Post Captain?
(a) H.M.S. Hempstead.
(b) The Pennington.
(c) H.M.S. Royale.
(d) The Charwell.

Short Answer Questions

1. What position is Pullings promoted to aboard the Polychrest pursuant to Aubrey's advice?

2. Richard Canning is a merchant from ______________.

3. What two sailors who had previously sailed with Aubrey sign up to crew the Polychrest?

4. Which ship is Post Captain Aubrey given temporary command of along with his new position?

5. What type of relationship is shared between Captain Jack Aubrey and Doctor Stephen Maturin?

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