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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Hornblower, the Duchess, and the Devil.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Hornblower talk with for hours when he goes to shore after the fire ship incident?
(a) Mr. Durran.
(b) Mr. Dumas.
(c) Mr. Dummin.
(d) Mr. Duras.

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

3. Why is Hornblower chosen to be liaison between the two men in charge of the special cargo the indefatigable is to transport?
(a) He has a calming nature.
(b) He drew the shortest straw.
(c) He is the most diplomatic.
(d) He speaks French.

4. What is the name of the captain of the Indefatigable?
(a) Pellew.
(b) Paullber.
(c) Pellington.
(d) Perry.

5. What is the name of the French town where Hornblower acts as a liaison?
(a) Mont Mourge.
(b) Muzzilac.
(c) Marseis.
(d) Munstret.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Honblower use to temporarily patch up the damage in the ship?

2. What does Hornblower see a rat do when he goes ashore after the fire ship incident?

3. What excuse is given by the man Hornblower is worried about after the attack on the Papillon?

4. Who will Hornblower be replacing when he becomes an active lieutenant?

5. Who does Hornblower ask about the man he is worried about after the attack on the Papillon?

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