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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 17 and 18.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What comes crashing down on the Hotspur during the night attack?
(a) The crow's nest.
(b) The top rigging.
(c) The foremast.
(d) The forecastle.

2. What changes at Brest when winter sets in?
(a) The number at the blockade.
(b) The visibility.
(c) The temperature.
(d) The wind.

3. What is Prowse's position on the ship?
(a) Sailing master.
(b) Navigator.
(c) Midshipman.
(d) Steward.

4. What does the admiral do to show his respect for Hornblower?
(a) Makes a toast at his wedding.
(b) Shakes his hand in public.
(c) Salutes him at his wedding.
(d) Gives him a promotion.

5. What startles Hornblower about Grimes's replacement?
(a) His obedient nature.
(b) His competence.
(c) His blue eyes.
(d) All of these.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why do the French merchant ships stay close to the shore?

2. Why can Hornblower not get new water when he first gets into the bay?

3. Who lays the priming charge and fuse?

4. What is the downside of the success at the Semaphore?

5. What happens to Hornblower when the ship hits open sea?

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