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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Following the first in a series of dinner parties, which character contacts Captain Jack Aubrey to establish courteous relations?
(a) Mrs. Williams.
(b) Dr. Stephen Maturin.
(c) Frances Williams.
(d) Sophia Williams.

2. 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 respective crews.
(b) The war between England and France.
(c) Love troubles.
(d) Their latest sea vessel conquests.

3. Who does Diana find herself under the care of in Chapter 2?
(a) Her former school headmistress, Mrs. Cates.
(b) Her parents, Jacque and Claudette Villiers.
(c) Her grandmother, Elle Villiers.
(d) Mrs. Williams.

4. In Chapter 1, what country does Diana Villiers leave in order to return to England?
(a) Ireland.
(b) United States.
(c) India.
(d) Brazil.

5. How does Mrs. Williams learn about Captain Aubrey?
(a) Gossip.
(b) By Letter.
(c) By Messenger.
(d) Gazette.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Diana Villier's marital status in Post Captain?

2. In Chapter 2, which character begins to subtly court Captain Jack Aubrey?

3. What type of route does French Captain Christy-Palliere suggest that Aubrey and Maturin take to Spain?

4. During a private conference at the formal ball between Dr. Stephen Maturin and Diana Villiers, what information does Diana disclose to Maturin?

5. What is the name of the vessel carrying Captain Jack Aubrey and Doctor Stephen Maturin at the beginning of Post Captain?

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