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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 the first thing Hornblower does when he returns from the Flame to the Porta Coeli?
(a) He writes a report to the Admiralty.
(b) He orders Freeman to fire on the Flame.
(c) He orders the sailmaker to make four top sails.
(d) He orders Brown to make him tea.

2. Why does Lord St. Vincent leave the church service?
(a) He is not feeling well.
(b) He needs to use the facilities.
(c) He forgets another appointment.
(d) He is disturbed by news brought to him by a lieutenant.

3. How does Hornblower get onto the Flame?
(a) He swings over on a rope when the two ships are close enough.
(b) He jumps when the two ships are close enough.
(c) Freeman lowers a boat and Hornblower is rowed over.
(d) He swims over.

4. What does the crew of the Flame want?
(a) Shore leave as they are on the ship for over a year.
(b) A commendation for their Captain for services above and beyond.
(c) A fair share of the prize money taken by their sister ship, the Porta Coeli.
(d) A full pardon and a trial for Lieutenant Chadwick.

5. Who meets Hornblower and identifies himself as Captain of the Flame?
(a) Nathaniel Sweet.
(b) No one meets Hornblower.
(c) A midshipman.
(d) Lieutenant Chadwick.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Hornblower afraid of happening on the Flame?

2. Where is the Flame when Hornblower sets out to meet her?

3. What happens if a ship like Porta Coeli captures an enemy ship?

4. What does Hornblower's wife make for him?

5. What type of ship is a French West Indiaman?

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