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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the admiral do to show his respect for Hornblower?
(a) Gives him a promotion.
(b) Salutes him at his wedding.
(c) Shakes his hand in public.
(d) Makes a toast at his wedding.

2. How does the formality of his wedding make Hornblower feel?
(a) Proud.
(b) Alone.
(c) Nervous.
(d) Angry.

3. 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 lack of education.
(c) His formal training.
(d) The Peace of Amiens.

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

5. What gift does Hornblower get from his wife before he sets sail?
(a) A sword.
(b) A revolver.
(c) A scarf.
(d) Some gloves.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Hornblower's wife's maiden name?

2. What irritates Hornblower about his wife after their marriage?

3. What is Hornblower's wife's name?

4. Why is Hornblower so tense when the Loire is pursuing the Hotspur?

5. What kind of jam is in Hornblower's personal stores?

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