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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 body part does Macdonald lose during the naval engagement ?
2. How can the Polychrest's entry into the harbor of its French port destination be accurately described?
3. Who does Maturin believe to be suitable for Aubrey?
4. What subject matter do Diane and Sophia argue about that results in Diana moving away from Mapes Court?
5. At the end of Chapter 9, which ship runs aground?
Short Essay Questions
1. How does Post Captain Aubrey manage to get the government to finance the practicing of great guns aboard the H.M.S. Lively?
2. 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?
3. How do Goodridge, Parker, and Aubrey solve the Polychrest's speed and maneuverability problems?
4. How do Aubrey and Maturin differ on their opinions about the usefulness and feasibility of having bees on board the H.M.S. Lively?
5. How do Aubrey's visits with Diana affect his friendship with Maturin?
6. What is the outcome of the prolonged engagement between the Bellone and the Polychrest?
7. What is the reason that Diana leaves Mapes Court?
8. What is Doctor Maturin's motive in encouraging Sophia to be more forward with Captain Aubrey?
9. Does Admiral Harte's criticism of Aubrey for foregoing duty over personal wealth in the encounter with the Spanish frigate seem to affect the Captain emotionally? Why or why not?
10. How does Aubrey show compassion and remorse regarding his previous dealings with Sophia?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Diana Villiers is wooed by Aubrey and Maturin throughout Post Captain, but she is able to remain eludes both throughout the book. Describe how she is able to maintain her unwedded status, and state why either or neither man is likely to capture Diana's heart.
Essay Topic 2
The scuffle between Aubrey and a Adam Scriven exhibits the literary technique of irony. Detail how the roles that each man plays in generating events that catapult irony to the forefront.
Essay Topic 3
There are three distinct instances in which Captain Aubrey is lauded for turning what could have been a disastrous situation into a triumphant victory. Write an essay detailing one of the situations, elaborating on the factors that turn potential disaster into victory.
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