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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 7 and 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When does the Count think it will be safe to escape?
(a) Within a few days when the hunt is abandoned.
(b) April.
(c) A week.
(d) In a few weeks.

2. Why does the Count live in London?
(a) He is the French diplomat to England.
(b) His wife is English.
(c) He loves London.
(d) As an exile.

3. What happens to Hornblower's ship?
(a) It is towed by the English out to sea.
(b) It is torched by the English.
(c) It is torched by the French.
(d) Nothing.

4. 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 and Bush not be transported until after Christmas.
(d) That Hornblower, as a gentleman, be allowed a personal attendant on the voyage.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the condition of Hornblower's sword when it is returned?

2. When they are about 178 miles from Paris, what happens?

3. What does Hornblower learn about Leighton?

4. What comes easy to Brown?

5. What does Hornblower observe about Marie's build?

(see the answer key)

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