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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. 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 she was hoping not to see him at the ball.
(b) Diana tells Maturin that she is in love with him.
(c) Diana tells Maturin that she is not interested in his advances.
(d) Diana tells Maturin that he reminds her of a love in her past.

2. What language does Doctor Maturin use to write scientific observations in his diary?
(a) English.
(b) French.
(c) Italian.
(d) Latin.

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

4. What type of route does French Captain Christy-Palliere suggest that Aubrey and Maturin take to Spain?
(a) A route extending through French ports.
(b) A direct route.
(c) Through Paris and Nice.
(d) Through French countryside.

5. What official at the Admiralty does Captain Aubrey meet with to discuss obtaining a sea command?
(a) Admiral Harte.
(b) Lord Melville.
(c) Sir Joseph.
(d) Captain Parker.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What relation is Mrs. Williams to Diana?

3. Which character appears in threadbare dress and covered with crumbs at a dinner party hosted by Mrs. Williams at Mapes Court?

4. Who do Captain Aubrey and Dr. Stephen Maturin compare notes on, and secretly, mutually desire following the ball

5. Where is Mapes Court located in relation to the gentleman's residence that Captain Aubrey has rented?

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