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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 13 and 14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the terrain like behind the road the Italian army is marching on in Chapter 14?
(a) Smooth.
(b) Barren.
(c) Hilly.
(d) Rocky.

2. Who does Bolton casually disregard while having dinner with Hornblower?
(a) Leighton.
(b) Maria.
(c) Hornblower.
(d) Himself.

3. How does Hornblower feel as he nears the place where he will drop off the Indiamen?
(a) Indifferent.
(b) Moody.
(c) Quiet.
(d) Happy.

4. What does Hornblower take when he captures the French brig?
(a) A prize crew.
(b) Supplies.
(c) A bag of coins.
(d) The flags.

5. What does Hornblower most appreciate about the Sutherland?
(a) Its history.
(b) Its large stern-galley.
(c) Its length.
(d) Its crew.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Hornblower lead the initial attack on the French battery?

2. At the end of Chapter 12, what does Hornblower say the French will have to do?

3. Why does Hornblower denounce his crew after the French lugger attack?

4. How does the Sutherland crew respond after the French lugger attack?

5. Why are the French luggers a threat to the Sutherland?

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