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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Bush feel when the Captain accuses him of something untrue?
(a) Puzzled and a little hurt.
(b) Confused.
(c) Sad.
(d) Angry.

2. "D.D." in the ship's books after a shipman's name means _____________.
(a) Dead, dumb.
(b) Done, discharged.
(c) Dumb, discharged.
(d) Dead, discharged.

3. How many prize ships follow the Renown out of Samana Bay?
(a) Five.
(b) Four.
(c) Two.
(d) Three.

4. What does Hornblower say while watching an enemy ship being consumed by fire?
(a) "Brilliant!"
(b) "Good riddance."
(c) "Ahoy, there!"
(d) "Nasty sight."

5. Each cannon shot weighs _______________.
(a) None of the answers are correct.
(b) 24 pounds.
(c) 12 pounds.
(d) 8 pounds.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many years of experience does Bush have?

2. Smith is ranked __________.

3. Who makes a written statement about the Captain's fall?

4. Who speaks in a squeaky voice?

5. ________ takes over the charge of the boats after one of the lieutenants dies.

(see the answer key)

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