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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 13, 14, and 15.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What kind of mission will Hornblower be embarking on in his secret mission for the Navy?
(a) Technical.
(b) Political.
(c) Strategic.
(d) Trading.

3. Where is the first ship Hornblower sees after his trip through the Sound from?
(a) France.
(b) Spain.
(c) England.
(d) Denmark.

4. What is the source of the sound that worries Hornblower on his first day aboard?
(a) A kettle of steam.
(b) Bush's wooden leg.
(c) A cargo hold of rum bottles.
(d) A cage of rats.

5. Which ship from the flotilla runs aground while chasing the Blanchefleur?
(a) Raven.
(b) Nonsuch.
(c) Lotus.
(d) Clam.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of the captain of the last ship to enter the Sound?

2. How are Richard Wellesley and Hornblower related?

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

4. Where is Hornblower supposed to escort Wychwood to?

5. What is Hornblower's first name?

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