1. What is the primary development in Chapter 4?
(a) The wedding of Doctor Stephen Maturin to Sophia Williams.
(b) The resumption of military hostilities between England and France.
(c) The capture of Captain Aubrey by Napoleon Bonaparte's men.
(d) Mrs. Williams is invited to dine with the British Royal Family.

2. What relation is Mrs. Williams to Diana?
(a) Mother.
(b) Grandmother.
(c) Aunt.
(d) Sister.

3. In Chapter 2, which character begins to subtly court Captain Jack Aubrey?
(a) Cecelia Williams.
(b) Mrs. Williams.
(c) Diana Villiers.
(d) Frances Williams.

4. As Chapter 1 opens, what two countries have just ended a war between them?
(a) Spain and France.
(b) France and England.
(c) The United States and England.
(d) Germany and Italy.

5. What does Dr. Maturin depend on to handle his deep depression brought about by his rejection by Diana?
(a) Honey.
(b) Opium.
(c) Liquor.
(d) Aspirin.

Short Answer Questions

1. The fact that ships are being moored because of the peace, along with Captain Aubrey's clash with ______________, means that no command is to be had.

2. As Chapter 1 opens, Captain Jack Aubrey holds what naval position?

3. What century serves as the setting for Post Captain?

4. What relation is Sophia to Frances?

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

(see the answer key)

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