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

2. What does Hornblower do after the dinner with Wychwood?
(a) Punishes Braun.
(b) Sneaks back to his ship.
(c) Falls asleep in the dining room.
(d) Makes love to Miss Canerine.

3. Where is Clarke originally from?
(a) France.
(b) England.
(c) Sweden.
(d) Russia.

4. Where is Braun from?
(a) Italy.
(b) Russia.
(c) Sweden.
(d) Finland.

5. What makes it hard for Hornblower to continue searching for the Blanchefleur?
(a) Fog.
(b) Heat.
(c) Rain.
(d) Wind.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. How wide is the sea lane at the Sound?

3. What impresses the surprise visitor about Hornblower's ship?

4. Who does Wychwood say is at now at war with France?

5. What country's neutrality is Hornblower hoping will keep him and his ship from heavier fire while traveling through the sound?

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