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What is one of Jack's nicknames?

Lucky Jack. Jack's luck in prizes and commands won him many friends and created many enemies.

What is Jack's rank when we first meet him?

Lieutenant. He is promoted in the early chapters of 'Master and Commander'.

What is Jack's wife's name?

Sophie & Sophia. Sophie is the truly the name of his love, as it is also the name of his first command.

What is the name of Jack's favorite frigate?

Surprise. Jack had known the dear Surprise since he was a boy.

Why was Jack dismissed from the Navy?

Rigging the Stock Market. Jack was set up - he was innocent.

What color was Jack's hair?

A most becoming buttercup yellow. Jack's long yellow hair was one of his most striking features.

What was Jack's favorite musical instrument?

Violin & Fiddle. Jack played the violin, while Stephen played the cello.

Jack and Sophie had three children. What were their names?

Charlotte, Fanny and George. The girls were twins. George was born before Jack even knew he was expected.

What was the name of Jack's house?

Ashgrove Cottage. The Aubreys bought the cottage when they were poor, and built on as they could.

Who was Jack's particular friend?

Stephen Maturin. Stephen and Jack were the perfect examples of 'opposites attract'.

Who was the leader of the forces opposing England during Jack's era?

Napoleon Bonaparte & Napoleon Buonaparte & Napoleon. His empire threatened to swallow all of Europe.

Three women helped Jack whenever they could. What were their names?

Mercedes, Molly and Queenie. Were they all his mistresses?

Which of the following has naval ranks in the correct order, lowest to highest?

midshipman, post captain, admiral. A Master and Commander was called 'Captain' out of courtesy, although he did not technically have that rank.

What was Jack's nickname among his seamen?

Goldilocks. Sometimes long blond hair is not a positive thing!

What was the name of the outrageous diamond pin Jack was given in honor of his services?

chelengk. It was even mechanized, and it rotated!

Where was Jack held as a prisoner of the United States?

Boston. They mistakenly connected Jack with intelligence - a thought which gave him great amusement!

What woman did Jack and Stephen nearly fight a duel over?

Diana. She had the right idea - Jack as a lover, Stephen as a best friend.

Several men were able to follow Jack from command to command. Who were three of them?

Bonden, Pullings and Killick. Bonden was his coxswain, Pullings was his first lieutenant and Killick was his steward.

What did Jack believe to be the secret to success in naval engagements?

speed and accuracy of gunnery. He drilled his gun crews relentlessly, even paying for powder out of his own pocket.

What was the term for a high-ranking officer who was permanently cast on the beach, leader of an imaginary squadron?

Yellow admiral. Real squadrons were designated red, white and blue.