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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 2, which character is described as vain, uneven, and prone to periods of meanness?
(a) Mrs. Williams.
(b) Dr. Stehen Maturin.
(c) Captain Jack Aubrey.
(d) Diana Villiers.

2. What relation is Diana to Sophia?
(a) Sister.
(b) Aunt.
(c) Mother-In-Law.
(d) Cousin.

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

4. During the series of social gatherings described in Chapter 2, who gains Captain Jack Aubrey's attention more openly and honestly?
(a) Diana Villiers.
(b) Cecelia Williams.
(c) Frances Williams.
(d) Sophia Williams.

5. Where is the gentleman's residence that Captain Jack Aubrey rents located?
(a) Polcary Down.
(b) Victoria Down.
(c) Lampkin Place.
(d) Meredith Down.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. As Chapter 1 opens, what two countries have just ended a war between them?

3. How can Diana's family be labeled on a socio-economic basis?

4. Who does Mrs. Williams declare to be a perfect match for Captain Aubrey?

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

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