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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the new admiral's response to the Hudnutt case?
(a) He defers to Drum-Major Cobb's decision.
(b) He agrees to bestow clemency.
(c) He thinks Hudnutt is wrong and should be disciplined.
(d) He dismisses clemency as ridiculous.

2. How does Ramsbottom appear physically?
(a) He has several minor sword slash wounds but that's all.
(b) He is lying down and almost dead.
(c) He has lost an arm in combat.
(d) He is unharmed.

3. Where does Hornblower tie himself and Barbara?
(a) To the mainmast.
(b) To the forecastle.
(c) To the bridge.
(d) To the anchor housing.

4. How is Ramsbottom's vessel crewed?
(a) Former pirates who forswear their former ways.
(b) A number of navy deserters from various countries.
(c) Mostly older navy veterans.
(d) Hessian mercenaries.

5. What would happen should Clorinda capture Estrella del Sur close to San Juan?
(a) Fell would be declared a pirate.
(b) The fort at San Juan may fire upon Clorinda.
(c) Several other Spanish ships are liable to go to Estrella's aid.
(d) The action would be deemed a violation of the rules of engagement by England and official protests would ensue.

Short Answer Questions

1. What keeps the sea anchor bundled up until Estrella reaches top speed?

2. Where does Hornblower tour the brig?

3. What does Hudnutt claim?

4. When does Barbara arrive?

5. In what kind of shape is Hornblower's squadron?

(see the answer key)

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