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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 8 and 9, and the Author's Note.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Of what does Hornblower despair the next morning?
(a) Of having a civil word from Baddlestone.
(b) Of being on his own vessel again.
(c) Of ever reaching home.
(d) Of getting used to the movements of the Princess.

2. What is the end result of Hornblower delivering the false orders to Villeneuve?
(a) The battle of Trafalgar.
(b) Hornblower is imprisoned for several years as he is caught.
(c) Hornblower is promoted once more.
(d) It is never said.

3. What do the English do with the two long boats?
(a) Keep them moored to the Princess.
(b) Board them an head for land.
(c) They are sunk.
(d) Take them to the French brig.

4. To whom is Hornblower wishing luck at the opening of the novel?
(a) Admireal Cornwald.
(b) Admiral Nelson.
(c) No one.
(d) Lieutenant Bush.

5. How does Meadows seem to Hornblower?
(a) Timid.
(b) Competent but cocky.
(c) Highly competent but unsure.
(d) Incompetent.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who huddles below deck?

2. What is Hornblower contemplating as he leaves the admiralty?

3. What does Hornblower say about conditions in Hotspur's assigned area?

4. Who is taking over command of the vessel Hornblower is leaving?

5. Of what are the newspapers critical?

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