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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many men does Hornblower take with him for the attack on Port Vendres, France?

2. Who is the Spanish commanding officer?

3. Why does Hornblower decide to pass the rendezvous point at the dead of night in Chapter 13?

4. How does Hornblower describe the initial attacks on the French battery?

5. Why does Hornblower turn the Sutherland around after the attack on the Italian army?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who is Villena?

2. What happens when the French leave their strongpoint in Chapter 18?

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

4. In Chapter 11, what are Hornblower's plans for the attack of the French?

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

6. How does Leighton feel about saving the Pluto?

7. During the storm in Chapter 15, what happens to the Pluto?

8. Why does Hornblower's crew delay shooting the baggage animals in Chapter 14?

9. After attacking the French battery, what does Hornblower think of his crew?

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Analyze the ending of this novel. Describe the final battle scene and the symbols used to help create meaning. Why does the novel end with Hornblower's failure? What is significant about this ending?

Essay Topic 2

Examine the symbolism of flags throughout this novel. What do they represent? How are they used?

Essay Topic 3

Analyze the ways that Hornblower recruits crew for his ship and missions. Compare and contrast these methods, and evaluate them in terms of honesty.

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