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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. Which part of Hornblower's crew is the last to retreat in Chapter 18?
(a) Hornblower himself.
(b) The Spanish.
(c) The navy.
(d) The marines.

2. How does Hornblower describe the way he dresses while dining with the Leightons?
(a) Fancy.
(b) Expensive.
(c) Plain.
(d) Shabby.

3. What does Hornblower take when he captures the French brig?
(a) A bag of coins.
(b) A prize crew.
(c) The flags.
(d) Supplies.

4. What does Hornblower tell his officers during dinner in Chapter 11?
(a) His plan of attack.
(b) Nothing.
(c) That they will all get raises.
(d) That he will be retiring.

5. Where does Hornblower have the cannon dragged to in Chapter 18?
(a) Nowhere.
(b) The beach.
(c) The mountains.
(d) The French stronghold.

Short Answer Questions

1. What reason does Hornblower give for turning down the dinner invitation after dropping off the Indiamen convoy?

2. What is Llanza?

3. How far is Port Vendres, France from the Spanish fortress?

4. Where does the Pluto go for repairs?

5. What part of the Sutherland is damaged when the luggers surround it?

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