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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Unprosperous Voyage.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did Hornblower deplore about his body?
(a) his large nose
(b) his thin legs
(c) his pot belly
(d) his big feet

2. How many decks did the Spanish ship Natividad have?
(a) two
(b) three
(c) one
(d) four

3. Who comes aboard Lydia in a small craft to speak with Hornblower?
(a) Manuel Hernandez
(b) Don Juan
(c) El Suprempo
(d) Hernandez Lopez

4. What was the only land Hornblower had had a glimpse of during the seven-month voyage?
(a) Cape Fear
(b) the Falkand islands
(c) Argentina
(d) Cape Horn

5. What did Hornblower do when he didn't know how to respond to something someone said?
(a) He cleared his throat with a "Ha-----h'm"
(b) He blushed
(c) He lied
(d) He agreed with whatever was said

Short Answer Questions

1. Why was time of utmost importance in repairing Lydia to sail home?

2. How long ago had Hornblower filled his storerooms and water barrels?

3. A how-many-gun salute does El Supremo demand he have on boarding Lydia?

4. Where did Hornblower take Lydia to be repaired?

5. How is Bush injured during the battle with Natividad?

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