View a FREE sample

This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

3. What type of lifestyle are thousands of sailors released to following the war between England and France?
(a) Luxury and deceit.
(b) Happiness and frivolity.
(c) Despondency and desperation.
(d) Part-time work and part-time play.

4. What is the primary development in Chapter 4?
(a) The resumption of military hostilities between England and France.
(b) The wedding of Doctor Stephen Maturin to Sophia Williams.
(c) Mrs. Williams is invited to dine with the British Royal Family.
(d) The capture of Captain Aubrey by Napoleon Bonaparte's men.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is it that Captain Aubrey is threatened with that persuades him to leave England?

2. 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?

3. What is the dreadful news about that Captain Aubrey receives via letter at Polcary Down?

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

5. Who does Diana find herself under the care of in Chapter 2?

(see the answer key)

This section contains 241 words (approx. 1 page at 300 words per page) View a FREE sample