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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. Why does Hornblower lead the initial attack on the French battery?
(a) To capture the battery.
(b) To show his power.
(c) To force more crew members.
(d) To cause confusion.

2. What does Hornblower capture the night after the attack on the French battery?
(a) A French leader.
(b) A new wife.
(c) A guard rowboat.
(d) A set of French ships.

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

4. How much larger is the Pluto compared to the Sutherland?
(a) It is twice as large.
(b) It is the same size.
(c) It is three times as large.
(d) It is only slightly larger.

5. What draft animals are used in Chapter 18 to help the English?
(a) German draft animals.
(b) Spanish draft animals.
(c) English draft animals.
(d) French draft animals.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Hornblower ensure that the Pluto doesn't collide with the Sutherland?

2. In Chapter 17, what worries Hornblower about the Spanish?

3. What does Hornblower have Major Laird lead in Chapter 18?

4. What do Hornblower and his men do when they are aboard the French coaster?

5. What cuts Hornblower's visit with Leighton short in Chapter 15?

Short Essay Questions

1. In Chapter 13, why does Hornblower decide to pass the rendezvous point?

2. Why does Leighton want to team up with the Spanish army in Chapter 17?

3. Why is Hornblower concerned about teaming up with the Spanish?

4. What happens when Hornblower finally returns the Sutherland to the rendezvous point in Chapter 15?

5. How does Hornblower lead the attack on the Italian army?

6. What do Hornblower's crew do once the people leave the French coaster?

7. What does Colonel Juan Claros bring with him to help the English?

8. What happens to Hornblower when he retreats with Longley in Chapter 18?

9. Why does Hornblower decide to attack using the canal in Chapter 12?

10. In Chapter 15, how does Hornblower assess the ships in his squadron?

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