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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. Who is Lebrun?
2. Why does the French react the way they do when the Flame sails into Le Havre?
3. What does Hornblower do once the fighting is over at Le Havre?
4. How does Hornblower remember Lieutenant Augustine Chadwick?
5. What else does Admiral Pellow send as reinforcements?
Short Essay Questions
1. Captain Freeman offers to read Hornblower's fortune using tarot cards. What does he see and how does Hornblower react? Why does C. S. Forester include this scene in the book?
2. Why is suppressing the mutineers particularly difficult for Hornblower?
3. Why does C. S. Forester make Hornblower prone to seasickness?
4. After the fighting, how many ships does Hornblower end up with and what does he do with them?
5. What does the Admiralty do on Hornblower's news of the Flame and the possible surrender of Le Havre?
6. What does Hornblower's plan to deal with mutineers depend on?
7. What happens to the mutineers after the French East India ship is captured?
8. What type of deal is offered to Hornblower on behalf of the Mayor of Le Havre? Why?
9. How does C. S. Forester quickly establish Hornblower's rank and importance?
10. How does Captain Bush react to Captain Freeman's talent for reading fortunes?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Like most of the people in the novel, Hornblower's life is shaped by the war between France and England. Describe Hornblower's attitude towards the war throughout this book. Is he conflicted about the end of the war? Why?
Essay Topic 2
As a character, Hornblower is all about duty and honor. Given that he cheats on his wife, do you think Hornblower is still an honorable man? Why? Why not? Is this in line with societal norms?
Essay Topic 3
Hornblower does not see himself as a hero as others do. Do you think he is? Why? Why not? Find examples in the book to support your position.
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