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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 16 and 17.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where is Hornblower often gazing?
(a) At the distant town of Nevers and the River.
(b) At Marie.
(c) At Felix's daughter.
(d) At Bertrand's daughter.

2. Why is Bush at a critical stage of his recovery?
(a) The ligatures of arteries still extend beyond the wound and the stump has yet to heal over.
(b) His stump is still bleeding.
(c) He has not been wounded very long.
(d) He is psychologically hoping for death.

3. Why is the coach stopped frequently?
(a) So Bush can rest.
(b) To clear the horses' hooves.
(c) So Hornblower can argue with Caillard.
(d) So the soldiers can clear a way through the forest.

4. What does Hornblower learn about Admiral Leighton?
(a) That he dies of his wounds.
(b) That he is fully recovered and back in command.
(c) That he is slowly recovering.
(d) They are uncertain about Leighton's fate.

5. What stands in the way of Hornblower marrying the love of his life?
(a) His desire to be retired first.
(b) His possible execution and he is already married.
(c) Nothing.
(d) His honor.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the fleet commander's response to Hornblower's account?

2. Why are two of the boats delayed at bit?

3. What does Hornblower notice about Marie?

4. What does Hornblower learn in a letter from Barbara?

5. About what does Hornblower continue to worry?

(see the answer key)

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