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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 was Hornblower's title when he first met Pellew?
(a) Infantryman.
(b) Corporal.
(c) Midshipman.
(d) Lieutenant.

2. What makes Hornblower seasick again?
(a) A storm.
(b) Choppy waves.
(c) Going back to open sea.
(d) Being close to shore.

3. What is Prowse's position on the ship?
(a) Navigator.
(b) Sailing master.
(c) Midshipman.
(d) Steward.

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

5. What does Bush do after the wedding celebration?
(a) Hires new crewmen.
(b) Readies the ship for sailing.
(c) Gathers the seamen.
(d) All of these.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why did Hornblower not put personal stores in place for himself?

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

3. What does Hornblower have men count as they pass Brest Harbor?

4. What does the admiral do to show his respect for Hornblower?

5. What is the Hotspur responsible for after the multi-tiered system is in place?

(see the answer key)

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