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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 6 and 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Hornblower get soaked?
(a) By Horrocks throwing bailed water.
(b) By the downpour that comes.
(c) By the waves shipping over the gunnels.
(d) He manages to stay dry.

2. Who intervenes between a young man dressed in finery and Hornblower?
(a) The Bishop of Canterbury.
(b) Admiral Leighton.
(c) The Earl of West Borough.
(d) The High Chamberlain to His Serene Highness.

3. Where does Hornblower play with his son?
(a) He does not have time to see his son.
(b) In the nursery.
(c) In the hotel common room.
(d) In his hotel room.

4. Where are Hornblower and St. Vincent maneuvered?
(a) To a smaller group of people.
(b) To the balcony overlooking the Thames.
(c) Out the door to the gardens.
(d) To speak in private with Admiral Nelson's widow.

5. From where does Hornblower hang his pocket watch?
(a) His fob.
(b) The bridle of the lead horse.
(c) The coffin.
(d) His neck.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Maria respond to the views of London.

2. What does Hornblower arrange to be brought on board?

3. Who is driving horses?

4. What does Hornblower have Horrocks do?

5. Who forbids Hornblower entrance to the room where the coffin lies in state?

(see the answer key)

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