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

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

3. What country is Hornblower supposed to turn against France?
(a) Russia.
(b) Finland.
(c) Spain.
(d) Sweden.

4. What does Hornblower hear on the ship that worries him on his first day aboard?
(a) A strange thumping.
(b) A low but shrill humming.
(c) A crashing liquid sound.
(d) A constant scratching.

5. What is the name of Hornblower's son?
(a) Hughbert.
(b) Roland.
(c) Henry.
(d) Richard.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Braun's major forte?

2. What is the weather like when Hornblower departs?

3. What month does this book begin in?

4. How are Richard Wellesley and Hornblower related?

5. What kind of ship is the Harvey?

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