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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What two sailors who had previously sailed with Aubrey sign up to crew the Polychrest?
(a) Aaron Jacks and Gabriel Gentry.
(b) Barrett Bonden and Joseph Plaice.
(c) Mark Hampton and Flynn Prescott.
(d) Spencer Truitt and Martin Friar.

2. In Chapter 2, which character begins to subtly court Captain Jack Aubrey?
(a) Frances Williams.
(b) Cecelia Williams.
(c) Mrs. Williams.
(d) Diana Villiers.

3. Richard Canning is a Jew, a powerful businessman, and incredibly __________________.
(a) Fat.
(b) Entertaining.
(c) Poor.
(d) Wealthy.

4. What is the main topic of conversation between Captain Aubrey and his old friend, French Captain Christy-Palliere, on their first opportunity to visit following a lengthy time apart?
(a) The war between England and France.
(b) Their latest sea vessel conquests.
(c) Love troubles.
(d) Their respective crews.

5. What country is close to Toulon, France?
(a) England.
(b) Spain
(c) Russia.
(d) Germany.

6. What does Adam Scriven try to do to Aubrey while the Captain is out walking around town one night?
(a) He tries to rob him.
(b) He tries to meet him.
(c) He tries to entertain him.
(d) He tries to ridicule him.

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

8. As Chapter 1 opens, Captain Jack Aubrey holds what naval position?
(a) First lieutenant.
(b) Master and commander.
(c) Sailor.
(d) Post captain.

9. What relation is Diana to Sophia?
(a) Sister.
(b) Cousin.
(c) Mother-In-Law.
(d) Aunt.

10. What is the name of the vessel carrying Captain Jack Aubrey and Doctor Stephen Maturin at the beginning of Post Captain?
(a) H.M.S. Royale.
(b) H.M.S. Hempstead.
(c) The Charwell.
(d) The Pennington.

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

12. What other ship's traits are also featured on the Polychrest?
(a) H.M.S. Dart.
(b) H.M.S. Walden.
(c) S.S. Barrett.
(d) S.S. Triumph.

13. Who hosts a dinner party at which Captain Aubrey is pursued for arrest?
(a) The Pullings Family.
(b) Lady Knowles.
(c) Clarice Brennan.
(d) The Waite Family.

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

15. The fact that ships are being moored because of the peace, along with Captain Aubrey's clash with ______________, means that no command is to be had.
(a) Diana Villiers.
(b) Highwaymen.
(c) Superior officers.
(d) Doctor Stephen Maturin.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Captain Aubrey's ship master aboard the Polychrest?

2. Which character is intelligent, demure, and eminently proper?

3. Where is the gentleman's residence that Captain Jack Aubrey rents located?

4. Why does Captain Aubrey want the Indiaman Lord Nelson captured by the British?

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

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