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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 19, 20, and 21.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who sends Hornblower a message shortly after he is introduced to the town?
(a) The Queen.
(b) The Board of Commanders.
(c) The Admiralty.
(d) The Naval Council.

2. How does Hornblower enter the dock at his destination after leaving the ball?
(a) He sails into port.
(b) He swims.
(c) He climbs abord an enemy ship and goes with them.
(d) By small boats.

3. Which ship does Hornblower think will receive the majority of the damage from attacks in the Sound?
(a) The first ship.
(b) The ships in the middle.
(c) The ships on the outer edge.
(d) The last ship.

4. What does Hornblower do every day on deck?
(a) Eats.
(b) Prays.
(c) Bathes.
(d) Writes to his wife.

5. Where does Hornblower's crew go to celebrate the victory over the Blanchefleur?
(a) On shore.
(b) Hornblower's mess.
(c) The captain's cabin.
(d) The main deck.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the occupation of the important prisoner Hornblower captures as he heads to shore when he sees the smoke?

2. What is the name of the ship that gives Hornblower the first signal of a French ship?

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

4. What does Wychwood take to England with him when he leaves?

5. What does Hornblower call the filled barges that he connects to the bomb ketches?

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