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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the nickname of Captain Aubrey's sea command?
(a) Sea Escape.
(b) Britain's Delight.
(c) Fair Winds.
(d) Carpenter's Mistake.

2. Who informs Captain Aubrey that mutiny may be imminent aboard the Polychrest?
(a) First Lieutenant Parker.
(b) Doctor Stephen Maturin.
(c) CrewmanTom Pullings.
(d) Ship Master Goodridge.

3. Who does Aubrey entertain aboard ship in grand style?
(a) Keith.
(b) Harte.
(c) Canning.
(d) Maturin.

4. During a private conference at the formal ball between Dr. Stephen Maturin and Diana Villiers, what information does Diana disclose to Maturin?
(a) Diana tells Maturin that he reminds her of a love in her past.
(b) Diana tells Maturin that she was hoping not to see him at the ball.
(c) Diana tells Maturin that she is not interested in his advances.
(d) Diana tells Maturin that she is in love with him.

5. How many casualties does the Lord Nelson endure upon its capture by the Bellone?
(a) 36 Casualties.
(b) 220 Casualties.
(c) 158 Casualties.
(d) 73 Casualties.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of the Indiaman that Aubrey and Maturin board in Gibraltar?

2. What is the dreadful news about that Captain Aubrey receives via letter at Polcary Down?

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

4. Who is the French military and political leader who declares war on England?

5. Which country is Doctor Maturin's destination for gathering intelligence for the Admiralty?

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