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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 4 and 5.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What is Hornblower pleasantly surprised about when he first boards his ship?
(a) The ship has been cleaned.
(b) He does not get seasick.
(c) His crew is full of old friends.
(d) The ship is on its maiden voyage.

3. What year does this book begin in?
(a) 1818.
(b) 1806.
(c) 1812.
(d) 1800.

4. What is the group of ships under Hornblower's command called?
(a) Command.
(b) Flotilla.
(c) Sailing Troop.
(d) Fleet.

5. How many guns are on the Nonsuch?
(a) 54.
(b) 74.
(c) 44.
(d) 64.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Braun dine with on his first night aboard the ship?

2. What is the name of Hornblower's son?

3. How old is Hornblower when this book begins?

4. Who drives Hornblower into town after receiving the urgent message at the beginning of the book?

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

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