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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 10, 11, and 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does Hornblower read about the different views of this attack on the Blancehfleur?
(a) Scuttlebut.
(b) Newspapers.
(c) Word of mouth.
(d) Official orders.

2. Where is Braun sent after he is stopped from his plan at the dinner by Hornblower?
(a) Finland.
(b) Prison.
(c) The Brig.
(d) England.

3. Where is Hornblower commanded to go at his earliest convenience at the beginning of the book?
(a) London.
(b) Smallbridge.
(c) Cheapside.
(d) Sussex.

4. What country's neutrality is Hornblower hoping will keep him and his ship from heavier fire while traveling through the sound?
(a) Russia.
(b) Sweden.
(c) Spain.
(d) Denmark

5. How are Richard Wellesley and Hornblower related?
(a) They are cousins.
(b) Richard is Hornblower's uncle.
(c) They are brothers-in-law.
(d) Richard is Hornblower's nephew.

Short Answer Questions

1. How is Hornblower dressed when he first speaks with the captain of the first ship he sees after his trip through the Sound?

2. What town does Hornblower live in when he is on land?

3. What does Miss Canerine introduce Hornblower to at the dinner?

4. What does Clarke say is wrong with the men on his ship when Hornblower greets him?

5. Where does Hornblower's crew go to celebrate the victory over the Blanchefleur?

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