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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 9 and 10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many ships of the lines are with the Hotspur's squadron?
(a) 14.
(b) 12.
(c) 10.
(d) 8.

2. Why is Hornblower unable to have eggs from his personal store?
(a) They are too hard to cook.
(b) They were stolen.
(c) They are broken.
(d) They went bad.

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

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

5. What does a French war ship do as they pass the Hotspur?
(a) Play England's anthem.
(b) Fire a blank shot.
(c) Raise a white flag.
(d) Sing out their own anthem.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Where does Hornblower say goodbye to his new bride?

3. What is Grimes's position on board?

4. How far along is Maria in her pregnancy when Hornblower learns about it?

5. What is Cargill's position on board?

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