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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 4 and 5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is passing by as Hornblower comes up on the deck of the Princess?
(a) A pod of whales.
(b) An American privateer.
(c) A large English fleet.
(d) A French privateer.

2. What puts a hole in the Hotspur?
(a) An explosion on board.
(b) Enemy cannon fire.
(c) A rock.
(d) An iceberg.

3. To what is Hornblower summoned?
(a) A debriefing.
(b) The annual planning council.
(c) A court martial.
(d) Dinner with the Admiral.

4. Why can't the empty barrels in the hold be filled with salt water?
(a) They leak too badly.
(b) They don't have a big enough opening.
(c) They would then be contaminated.
(d) They are full of grain.

5. Why does Hornblower doubt the promise made to him?
(a) There are many waiting for command.
(b) Napoleon recently surrenders.
(c) The Navy administration is notorious for rescinding promises.
(d) The admiral who gave the promise is now deceased.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who interrupts Meadows reading his orders?

2. What does Meadows call Baddlestone?

3. What is Calder's assignment?

4. How does Hotspur get off being aground?

5. How does Bush react to Hornblower's teasing?

(see the answer key)

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