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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 6, 7, and 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Hornblower feel when the Sutherland finally leaves port?
(a) Irritated.
(b) Sick.
(c) Nervous.
(d) Relieved.

2. How do Hornblower and Maria get home after their dinner at the Leightons'?
(a) They take a taxi.
(b) Leighton lets them borrow a carriage.
(c) They walk.
(d) They ride horses.

3. In Chapter 5, how does Hornblower describe the way he readied the Sutherland?
(a) He criticizes himself.
(b) He is worried what others will think.
(c) He thinks he did well enough.
(d) He feels proud.

4. When do the two French luggers appear?
(a) Before they reach Brest.
(b) When they are in Brest.
(c) A day after they leave Brest.
(d) After they pass Brest.

5. How does Hornblower describe the way he dresses while dining with the Leightons?
(a) Expensive.
(b) Fancy.
(c) Shabby.
(d) Plain.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who else eats with Hornblower at the Leightons?

2. After setting out to sea, what happens to several of the new crew members on the Sutherland?

3. How does Hornblower feel toward his wife, Maria?

4. What does Hornblower prevent Bush from doing when the Sutherland heads for the sea?

5. What has the Sutherland done to the other ships in her squadron the day they set for the sea?

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