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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 8 and 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did Hornblower feel that he had done after the Blanchefleur was destroyed?
(a) Murdered men.
(b) Defeated an enemy.
(c) Committed treason.
(d) Done his duty.

2. What country is Hornblower supposed to turn against France?
(a) Sweden.
(b) Spain.
(c) Finland.
(d) Russia.

3. Which of the following countries is neutral towards England?
(a) America.
(b) France.
(c) Denmark.
(d) Sweden.

4. What rank is Hornblower going to be promoted to at the beginning of the book?
(a) Commander.
(b) Admiral.
(c) Commodore.
(d) Captain.

5. What is the name of the captain of the first ship that contacts Hornblower after he has trapped the Blanchefleur?
(a) Baron Bruce.
(b) Baron Brasse.
(c) Baron Butisse.
(d) Baron Basse.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Hornblower do in his room after receiving his orders from Richard Wellesley?

2. Who does Braun dine with on his first night aboard the ship?

3. How many ships speed towards Hornblower's ship the morning after he has trapped the Blanchefleur?

4. What kind of cargo is being carried by the first ship that Hornblower sees after his trip through the Sound?

5. What is the name of the last ship of the flotilla to enter the Sound?

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