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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. How old is Hornblower when he first enters the Navy?
(a) 15.
(b) 25.
(c) 27.
(d) 17.

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

3. Where is the crew from the first captured vessel Hornblower is given command of from?
(a) America.
(b) Belgium.
(c) Italy.
(d) France.

4. What is strange about Hornblower's age when he first enters the Navy?
(a) He is older than usual.
(b) He seems wise beyond his years.
(c) He is younger than usual.
(d) He is small for his age.

5. What is the first captured ship Hornblower is given command of carrying?
(a) Wheat.
(b) Rice.
(c) Lead.
(d) Beans.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long is the first captured ship Hornblower is given command of taking on water before the damage is discovered?

2. What are the ships carrying loads of contraband goods called?

3. Which of the following is NOT a man assigned to Hornblower's crew to take the captured ship to shore?

4. What is Hornblower accused of while playing the game that the sailors play while Hornblower is on shore for the first time since joining the Navy?

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

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