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

2. Who is Dr. Stephen Maturin is apparently attracted to throughout Post Captain?
(a) Mrs. Williams.
(b) Frances Williams.
(c) Heidi Burkhart.
(d) Diana Villiers.

3. What is the dreadful news about that Captain Aubrey receives via letter at Polcary Down?
(a) His father.
(b) His finances.
(c) His employment.
(d) His grandmother.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Which character is intelligent, demure, and eminently proper?

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

3. What type of lifestyle are thousands of sailors released to following the war between England and France?

4. What type of musical performances are presented at the series of social gatherings attended by Mrs. Williams, her daughters, her niece, Captain Jack Aubrey and Dr. Stephen Maturin?

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

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