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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. During a private conference at the formal ball between Dr. Stephen Maturin and Diana Villiers, what information does Diana disclose to Maturin?
(a) Diana tells Maturin that she is not interested in his advances.
(b) Diana tells Maturin that he reminds her of a love in her past.
(c) Diana tells Maturin that she was hoping not to see him at the ball.
(d) Diana tells Maturin that she is in love with him.

3. What is Diana Villier's marital status in Post Captain?
(a) Separated.
(b) Widowed.
(c) Divorced
(d) Single.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Which character is dressed in a "resplendent" manner at the formal ball?

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

3. Where is Mapes Court located in relation to the gentleman's residence that Captain Aubrey has rented?

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

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

(see the answer key)

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