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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What century serves as the setting for Post Captain?
(a) 1920.
(b) 19th century.
(c) 21st century.
(d) 20th century.

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

3. While ashore, what type of pay do naval officers like Aubrey receive?
(a) Time and a half pay.
(b) Half-pay.
(c) Full pay.
(d) No pay.

4. What is the main topic of conversation between Captain Aubrey and his old friend, French Captain Christy-Palliere, on their first opportunity to visit following a lengthy time apart?
(a) Their latest sea vessel conquests.
(b) The war between England and France.
(c) Love troubles.
(d) Their respective crews.

5. Following the war, what becomes Captain Aubrey's employment status as he is cast ashore in England?
(a) Admiral.
(b) His job status does not change.
(c) Post captain.
(d) Unemployed.

Short Answer Questions

1. What unusual object does Maturin find in his holsters?

2. 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.

3. Who is Dr. Stephen Maturin is apparently attracted to throughout Post Captain?

4. In Chapter 2, which character is described as vain, uneven, and prone to periods of meanness?

5. Who announces a forthcoming formal ball in Chapter 2?

(see the answer key)

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