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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Hornblower and the Cargo of Rice.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Hornblower allow the crew of the captured vessel to do after the first night of their capture?
(a) Help fix the ship.
(b) Tell them the safest place to port the ship.
(c) Prepare and enjoy beakfast.
(d) Give their version of the conflict.

2. What are the ships carrying loads of contraband goods called?
(a) Merchant vessels.
(b) Prize ships.
(c) Risk Inherent vessels.
(d) Trade embargos.

3. What is Hornblower assigned to help with his first time back on shore after joining the Navy?
(a) A spy operation.
(b) A trading embargo.
(c) A guard duty.
(d) A press gang.

4. What do the sailors play while Hornblower is on shore for the first time since joining the Navy?
(a) Poker.
(b) Dice.
(c) Chance.
(d) Whist.

5. How long is the first captured ship Hornblower is given command of taking on water before the damage is discovered?
(a) 20 hours.
(b) 2 hours.
(c) 2 days.
(d) 2 weeks.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of the captain of the first ship Hornblower is assigned duty to in the Navy?

2. What is Hornblower's first name?

3. What weapon does Hornblower choose to use in his duel with Simpson?

4. What does Hornblower do when he suspects the hull of the captured ship was breached?

5. Where is the damage done to the captured ship that Hornblower is in charge of?

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