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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 6 and 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How is Hornblower when he meets St. Vincent?
(a) Exuberant.
(b) Melancholy.
(c) Sick.
(d) Apprehensive.

2. What is Hornblower missing?
(a) His left epaulet.
(b) His hat.
(c) His watch.
(d) His sword.

3. What is discovered about many of the casks of meat on board the Atropos?
(a) The rats ate them.
(b) They are much better quality than usual.
(c) They are inedible.
(d) They are tough, tasteless but useable.

4. How fast does the boat move?
(a) 9 mph.
(b) 25 mph.
(c) 13 mph.
(d) 3 mph.

5. Where does Hornblower gain his first view of Atropos?
(a) At Deptford.
(b) At Brendford.
(c) At Wereworth.
(d) At Piccadilly.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does the boat carry a long scythe blade at her prow?

2. With what does the Prince arrive on the Atropos?

3. Who is driving horses?

4. Whose funeral procession is Hornblower charged with planning?

5. What does Hornblower take care with as far as the loading is concerned?

(see the answer key)

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