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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Once the French-occupied strongpoint can be seen, what does Hornblower decide to do?
(a) Wait to progress.
(b) March straight into it.
(c) Shoot from a distance.
(d) Divide into two groups to surround it.

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

3. Where does Hornblower aim the round shot at the Italian army?
(a) The wagons.
(b) The infantry.
(c) The artillery.
(d) Anywhere.

4. How does Hornblower's crew ensure that the towing hawser is strong enough in Chapter 16?
(a) The way they wrap the ropes around the mast.
(b) The way they weave the ropes.
(c) The way they fasten it to the boats.
(d) The way they throw the ropes.

5. What is unique about the French coast?
(a) It's full of cities and fortresses.
(b) Sailors don't have to use deep water.
(c) It's too rocky to navigate.
(d) Sailors can't get close to the coast.

6. Where does the Pluto go for repairs?
(a) Spain.
(b) Germany.
(c) England.
(d) France.

7. After seeing the larger coaster, how many volunteers does Hornblower decide to call on?
(a) 20.
(b) 15.
(c) 25.
(d) 10.

8. What type of game does Hornblower say rescuing the Pluto was?
(a) A game of skill.
(b) A game of whist.
(c) A game of hazard.
(d) A game of danger.

9. How does Leighton feel about Hornblower's actions against the Italian army?
(a) He is concerned.
(b) He is indifferent.
(c) He is angry.
(d) He is proud.

10. What slows down the English's progress on land in Chapter 17?
(a) Rainy weather.
(b) Poor roads.
(c) A lack of money.
(d) Spanish resistance.

11. How many quarterdeck cannonades does Hornblower use against the Italian army?
(a) Eight.
(b) Six.
(c) Seven.
(d) Nine.

12. What does Hornblower decide to attack instead of the French shore?
(a) A castle.
(b) A series of merchant ships.
(c) A canal.
(d) A Spanish ship.

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

14. In Chapter 18, who does Hornblower retreat with?
(a) Leighton.
(b) Bush.
(c) Longley.
(d) Brown.

15. Why does Villena say his horse died?
(a) He rode it until it died.
(b) It caught a disease.
(c) It was old.
(d) He wasn't there to feed it.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 18, who says: "Twarn't Horny's fault"?

2. What do the French do with Hornblower's clothing in Chapter 12?

3. What coast does Hornblower sail along after passing the rendezvous point in Chapter 13?

4. What does Hornblower order that successfully guides the Pluto to safety?

5. Why does the Italian army wave their hats at the Sutherland?

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