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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) Captain Jack Aubrey.
(b) Diana Villiers.
(c) Mrs. Williams.
(d) Dr. Stehen Maturin.

2. Who does Diana scoff at along with the idea of being paired with Captain Jack Aubrey?
(a) Mrs. Williams.
(b) Cecelia Williams.
(c) Sophia Williams.
(d) Frances Williams.

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

4. What type of relationship is shared between Captain Jack Aubrey and Doctor Stephen Maturin?
(a) Cousins.
(b) Friends.
(c) Half-Brothers.
(d) Neighbors.

5. What relation is Mrs. Williams to Cecelia?
(a) Mother.
(b) Great Aunt.
(c) Sister.
(d) Aunt.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What century serves as the setting for Post Captain?

3. In what type of area is the gentleman's residence that Captain Aubrey has rented located?

4. In Chapter 1, what country does Diana Villiers leave in order to return to England?

5. What item does Diana ask Maturin to sell in order to buy cloth and threads to make herself a suitable dress for the formal ball?

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