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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. To what is the cone affixed?
(a) The dock.
(b) A bollard on the Clorinda.
(c) An old, sunken ship.
(d) A length of chain.

2. How does Hornblower deliver the lie to Cambronne?
(a) With a stony face and icy reserve.
(b) Through an intermediary.
(c) By signal flags.
(d) Using his first mate.

3. Where does Hornblower direct the Crab to sail?
(a) The Straits of Magellan.
(b) Cape Horn.
(c) St. Helena.
(d) The Tobago Channel.

4. Where does Hornblower attend a gala?
(a) At the New Orleans officer club.
(b) At Cambronne's estate.
(c) At General Layfayette's estate.
(d) At Sharpe's estate.

5. About how many vessels does Hornblower command?
(a) 3.
(b) 68.
(c) 17.
(d) 55.

Short Answer Questions

1. What type of freight will the Daring be taking on shortly?

2. What is a drogue?

3. What do the pirates do?

4. What concerns Hornblower about Cambronne's possible destination and purpose?

5. Upon whom does Hornblower decide to keep a close watch?

(see the answer key)

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