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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 8 and 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Hornblower feel about Braun when he first meets him?
(a) He immediately dislikes him.
(b) He does not know how to feel about him.
(c) He likes him very much.
(d) He sees him the same as any other sailor.

2. What is the first ship to receive damage while traveling through the Sound?
(a) Lotus.
(b) Clam.
(c) Harvey.
(d) Nonsuch.

3. How wide is the sea lane at the Sound?
(a) 300 yards.
(b) 30 meters.
(c) 3 kilometers.
(d) 3 miles.

4. What did Barbara give to Hornblower as a going away gift?
(a) Pistols.
(b) An engraved compass.
(c) A golden telescope.
(d) A framed picture.

5. What label does Hornblower give Braun after meeting him?
(a) Fool.
(b) Commodity.
(c) Genius.
(d) Refugee.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Who is Hauptman an agent for?

3. Where is Hornblower being sent on his secret mission for the Navy?

4. Which ship from the flotilla runs aground while chasing the Blanchefleur?

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

(see the answer key)

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