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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 17 and 18.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Leighton signal to the Sutherland during its attempt to rescue the Pluto?
(a) To stop.
(b) To throw more rope.
(c) To call for backup.
(d) To have people jump overboard.

2. At the end of Chapter 12, what does Hornblower say the French will have to do?
(a) Build a new boat.
(b) Surrender.
(c) Protect their coast.
(d) Take out a loan.

3. What is the first thing Hornblower does when the Sutherland returns to the rendezvous point in Chapter 15?
(a) Fill out reports.
(b) Go to sleep.
(c) Have a celebratory dinner.
(d) Meet with his crew.

4. How does Hornblower react to the weather while rescuing the Pluto?
(a) He is nervous.
(b) He is calm.
(c) He is angry.
(d) He is asleep.

5. Who stays on the lower decks of the Sutherland?
(a) Women.
(b) Crew members.
(c) Children.
(d) Slaves.

Short Answer Questions

1. What reason does Hornblower give for turning down the dinner invitation after dropping off the Indiamen convoy?

2. What successful cruise does Captain Horatio Hornblower come off of at the beginning of Chapter 1?

3. When the Sutherland sets out to sea, what other ships accompany it?

4. After seeing the larger coaster, how many volunteers does Hornblower decide to call on?

5. What slows down the English's progress on land in Chapter 17?

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