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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

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

4. What relation is Sophia to Frances?
(a) Mother-In-Law.
(b) Aunt.
(c) Sister.
(d) Mother.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

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

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

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

5. How does Mrs. Williams learn about Captain Aubrey?

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