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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 7 and 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is inside the package with the orders sent by Hornblower?
(a) A French flag.
(b) A mask.
(c) Some new maps.
(d) Gold coins.

2. What has caused Hornblower to be away from sea for so long at the beginning of the book?
(a) The end of the war.
(b) His formal training.
(c) The Peace of Amiens.
(d) His lack of education.

3. What is the first order Cargill fails to manage for Hornblower?
(a) A full report.
(b) A tack.
(c) A watch.
(d) A realignment.

4. How does Hornblower fix the trim of the ship?
(a) He moves two cannons.
(b) He puts up an additional sail.
(c) He has the tack made correctly.
(d) He takes down two smaller sails.

5. Where does the admiral want Hornblower to get information after his wedding?
(a) Brawn.
(b) Brest.
(c) Barnalle.
(d) Bourgiac.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why do the French merchant ships stay close to the shore?

2. What does Pellew's ship give to the Hotspur?

3. How many ships of the lines are with the Hotspur's squadron?

4. What kind of ship does Hornblower command at the beginning of this book?

5. What gift does Hornblower get from his wife before he sets sail?

(see the answer key)

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