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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 5 and 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When they are about 178 miles from Paris, what happens?
(a) A winter storm sets in.
(b) Hornblower receives a secret message.
(c) Caillard is shot by a sniper.
(d) Brown falls off the roof of the carriage and breaks his leg.

2. As a final act of compassion, what does the Spanish warden give Hornblower?
(a) A letter to the warden's brother-in-law to help Hornblower.
(b) A letter from Hornblower's wife.
(c) A purse of money for the long voyage.
(d) A testament to Hornblower's honor.

3. How does Caillard respond?
(a) He says he will give Bush one week to get better before they move on.
(b) He orders Bush executed immediately.
(c) He orders Bush readied for travel.
(d) He gives Bush 24 hours.

4. Why is Hornblower self-conscious?
(a) The deep wound and scarring from a sword cut in the last battle.
(b) His men's deference.
(c) Preparing for bed in the presence of other men.
(d) The burn on his face.

5. What does the Spanish warden demand?
(a) That Hornblower be allowed an appeal trial in Rosas.
(b) That Hornblower be executed in Rosas.
(c) That Hornblower, as a gentleman, be allowed a personal attendant on the voyage.
(d) That Hornblower and Bush not be transported until after Christmas.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why do Hornblower and Brown have to drag the boat free?

2. What do the men encounter downriver?

3. What can Hornblower see from his daily walks?

4. What is Brown doing for the first time in his life?

5. How does Hornblower try to save Bush from execution?

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