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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. 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 was hoping not to see him at the ball.
(b) Diana tells Maturin that she is in love with him.
(c) Diana tells Maturin that he reminds her of a love in her past.
(d) Diana tells Maturin that she is not interested in his advances.

2. Which character tells Dr. Maturin that between him and Captain Aubrey, the captain is considered to be 'the prize"?
(a) Frances Williams.
(b) Diana Villiers.
(c) Mrs. Williams.
(d) Sophia Williams.

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

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

5. While ashore, what type of pay do naval officers like Aubrey receive?
(a) No pay.
(b) Time and a half pay.
(c) Half-pay.
(d) Full pay.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. What is Diana Villier's marital status in Post Captain?

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

5. 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?

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