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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Bolton call "Sir Mucho Pomposo"?
(a) Travis.
(b) Hornblower.
(c) Bush.
(d) Leighton.

2. On the Sutherland, what do the new hands do before going below the decks?
(a) Bathe.
(b) Show their paperwork.
(c) Get knighted.
(d) Say a prayer.

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

4. What signal does the French brig raise on its flags?
(a) PL.
(b) MV.
(c) TW.
(d) NO.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Hornblower think Barbara may have married Leighton?

2. How does Hornblower's crew change after the French lugger attack?

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

4. Out of all the topics Maria discussed with Barbara at dinner, which does Hornblower find annoying?

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

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Hornblower assume about the French brig's flag that says "MV"?

2. What is Hornblower's opinion of Bolton?

3. How does Hornblower feel about having women on his ship?

4. What is Hornblower's first impression of the Boltons?

5. In Chapter 5, why does Hornblower worry so much about the crew?

6. Why does Hornblower have a difficult time falling asleep in Chapter 4?

7. How does Hornblower react after the French lugger attack, and why?

8. In Chapter 5, what does the green crew do to upset Hornblower?

9. What worries from home does Hornblower take with him onto the Sutherland?

10. What happens when the two French luggers come upon the Sutherland?

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