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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 17 and 18.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What do the sailors think of Hornblower's daily ritual?
(a) They all follow his example.
(b) The Commodore has very strange habits.
(c) They heartily approve.
(d) They think daily is unnecessary, weekly is good enough.

2. What is unique about Lord St. Vincent's instructions to Hornblower?
(a) Hornblower is told to administer justice by finding Lieutenant Chadwick guilty of insubordination.
(b) Hornblower is told to destroy the ship immediately.
(c) Hornblower is given carte blanche to deal with the mutineers as necessary.
(d) Hornblower is essentially given a blank cheque for ransom purposes.

3. Where do they hold the Congress to decide the fate of post-war Europe?
(a) London.
(b) Paris.
(c) Rome.
(d) Vienna.

4. What does Hornblower do instead of going to the Congress?
(a) Boards the Porta Coeli and sails to Paris.
(b) Stays in Rouen.
(c) Returns to England.
(d) Stays in Le Havre.

5. When does Hornblower learn long splicing?
(a) He never learns.
(b) Just recently while he is convalescing.
(c) As a midshipmen.
(d) Before he boards his first ship.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is one of the many things Hornblower does in his new position in Le Havre?

2. Who does Hornblower have on board the Porta Coeli?

3. What happens when Hornblower tries to carry out his plan the Porta Coeli masquerade?

4. What does the Flame do when they sail close to Le Havre?

5. What is Marie la Vicomtesse de Graçay's relationship to the Comte de Graçay?

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