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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. What entity does Post Captain Aubrey want to be responsible for replenishing any gun powder and shot used aboard the H.M.S. Lively?
2. Who shares an interest in obscure scientific theories with Doctor Maturin?
3. Who is Captain Aubrey constantly evading?
4. Who informs Captain Aubrey that mutiny may be imminent aboard the Polychrest?
5. Who is the subject of the wisecracks that Smithers shares with Doctor Maturin?
Short Essay Questions
1. How do Goodridge, Parker, and Aubrey solve the Polychrest's speed and maneuverability problems?
2. How does Post Captain Aubrey manage to get the government to finance the practicing of great guns aboard the H.M.S. Lively?
3. How does Doctor Maturin demonstrate his desire to continue cultivating his friendship with Captain Aubrey despite any differences that the two men may have had in the past?
4. How does Captain Aubrey inspire Doctor Maturin to want to learn to swim?
5. What are some of the ways that Post Captain Aubrey shows his belief that he and members of his squadron will be able to keep any treasure that they reap from the Spanish treasure ships?
6. How do Captain Aubrey and his crew manage to free the Polychrest after it runs aground?
7. What is the Polychrest's ultimate fate?
8. What are the differences in the handling of disciplinary matters aboard the H.M.S. Lively, compared to those aboard the Polychrest?
9. In what way could Captain Aubrey benefit by pursuing personal gain over duty while in command of the Polychrest?
10. Since Captain Aubrey is able to reach a romantic understanding with Sophia during their trip aboard the H.M.S. Lively, is it feasible for the Captain to continue trying to attain wealth to gain approval from Mrs. Williams?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
A strong sense of patriotism and loyalty to one's mother country is woven throughout the fabric of Post Captain. Write an essay detailing who, what, where, when, and how this patriotism is depicted in the book.
Essay Topic 2
Write an essay explaining what traits Diana Villiers possesses that make her irresistibly attractive to both Captain Aubrey and Doctor Maturin? What is her purpose in this book?
Essay Topic 3
The placement of Captain Aubrey and Adam Scriven outside Lady Keith's house following her party is a good example of the literary technique known as simile. Explain. If you disagree and believe that antithesis is more prevalent than simile in this scene, explain this position.
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