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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Hornblower, the Duchess, and the Devil.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where is Hornblower supposed to take his first captured vessel?
(a) The nearest English port.
(b) The nearest trading port.
(c) The central naval port.
(d) The dock in the channel.

2. Where is the Indefatigable when Spain makes peace with France?
(a) England.
(b) Italy.
(c) Spain.
(d) France.

3. Where does Hornblower plan to sail after losing the Marie Galant?
(a) An English port.
(b) To the Indefatigable.
(c) To the nearest port.
(d) To the naval base.

4. Why is Simpson in such a black mood when Hornblower joins the Navy?
(a) He failed his lieutenant's test.
(b) Hornblower's father killed Simpson's father.
(c) He hates British men.
(d) He knows Hornblower is better than him.

5. Who is the senior officer of the board of examiners?
(a) Hammond.
(b) Foster.
(c) Harvey.
(d) Henrickson.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of the captain of the ship that finds Hornblower after he loses the Marie Galant?

2. What is the name of the man leading the French part of the special cargo that the Indefatigable is to transport?

3. How many men are present when Hornblower discovers where the man he was worried about got his injuries?

4. What happens to the trade commisioner while haggling over the price of the cargo?

5. How does Captain Pellew hear the news that Spain has made peace with France?

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