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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 6 and 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What kind of ship is the Clam?
(a) Cutter.
(b) Bomb Ketch.
(c) Frigate.
(d) Sloop.

2. How does Hornblower board the ship he will be sailing?
(a) He walks up the main plank.
(b) He uses the bosan's chair.
(c) He is lifted by the boats.
(d) He climbs up the side.

3. Where is Braun from?
(a) Russia.
(b) Italy.
(c) Finland.
(d) Sweden.

4. What is the name of the captain of the last ship to enter the Sound?
(a) Bher.
(b) Burgmann.
(c) Bush.
(d) Brian.

5. What does Clarke say is wrong with the men on his ship when Hornblower greets him?
(a) They all have scurvy.
(b) They have smallpox.
(c) They have the plague.
(d) They have cabin fever.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Hornblower's favorite item of clothing?

2. How is Hornblower greeted by his first mate?

3. What label does Hornblower give Braun after meeting him?

4. What title does Hornblower hold in the Navy at the beginning of this book?

5. What is the name of Hornblower's most trusted manservant?

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