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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the Turkish vessel do once Atropos is in open seas?
(a) Shoots several cannon balls at the Atropos.
(b) Makes no attempt to follow.
(c) Rams the Atropos.
(d) Takes after Atropos.

2. How many guns has the Castilla?
(a) 36.
(b) 10.
(c) 44.
(d) 72.

3. Where does Hornblower take Atropos in her bid for freedom?
(a) To the south channel.
(b) Due north.
(c) To the east channel.
(d) To the west passage.

4. What does Hornblower negotiate?
(a) Fees for recovery of the Speedwell's cargo.
(b) Assistance from the Turks.
(c) Jurisdiction over the area where the Speedwell sank.
(d) Fees for watering and purchasing food.

5. Why is Hornblower not concerned about the Castilla?
(a) The Castilla is missing much of her crew who are laying in supplies on land.
(b) Judging from her trim, she will need a dry dock right away.
(c) The Castilla has three of her main sails down.
(d) Atropos can easily outrun her.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the Mudir use as a reason that the Atropos should stay longer?

2. How much fuse do they need for the explosives?

3. How does Hornblower light the fuse?

4. On what does Hornblower congratulate himself?

5. What English ship does the Atropos finally encounter?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does the Atropos have to heave to momentarily and what does Hornblower do?

2. Why does Hornblower believe the second attempt at explosives is unsuccessful and what does McCullum explain?

3. How do the divers find the ship and what is the resultant plan?

4. How does Hornblower continue his ruse concerning the Castilla?

5. What besides the fortresses has appeared to cause problems for the Atropos?

6. Where does Atropos head after Malta and what does Hornblower do during the voyage?

7. How does the Atropos crew pass the time while the salvage operations are being conducted and how much is ultimately recovered?

8. Describe Hornblower's interaction with the Mudir.

9. Describe the Atropos' escape from the Marmorice Bay.

10. Describe the first attempt at using an explosive device and what is decided as a result.

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