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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is San Juan problematic as far as the capture of Estrella del Sur?
(a) It is a neutral port.
(b) It has declared itself against England.
(c) There are so many other Spanish vessels in port.
(d) It is not under English rule.

2. To what is the cone affixed?
(a) A bollard on the Clorinda.
(b) A length of chain.
(c) An old, sunken ship.
(d) The dock.

3. What happens to the pintle?
(a) It is jerked out of the hull.
(b) It hold fast.
(c) It slews the ship sideways.
(d) It breaks in two.

4. What ensures Fell's continued employment?
(a) The success with the Estrella del Sur.
(b) Nothing, but he has plenty of money now.
(c) Hornblower's recommendation.
(d) Spendlove's recommendation.

5. What is the ideal situation once the Estrella reaches high seas?
(a) The waves will be high enough to make the sea anchor work optimally.
(b) The Estrella will becalm.
(c) The sea anchor will slow down and the Clorinda will be able to close and board.
(d) The Estrella will sink.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Hornblower intend to do?

2. What cargo does the Estreela del Sur often carry?

3. What is the name of the present flagship?

4. Who is the Estrella del Sur?

5. How does Hornblower's flagship reach New Orleans?

(see the answer key)

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