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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 6 and 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is parallel to the canal?
(a) A footpath.
(b) A paved road.
(c) A line of trees right along the bank.
(d) A bridge.

2. How does Maria respond to the views of London.
(a) She thinks it's is smaller and dirtier than she imagined.
(b) She is in the cabin with her ill son and not seeing the sights.
(c) Indifferent as she's been here many times.
(d) She is awestruck.

3. How does Hornblower get soaked?
(a) By the waves shipping over the gunnels.
(b) By the downpour that comes.
(c) By Horrocks throwing bailed water.
(d) He manages to stay dry.

4. What does Hornblower do as soon as Maria is safely situated in their hotel?
(a) Takes a nap.
(b) Dons his uniform and assumes command of Atropos.
(c) Goes down to the tavern to have a decent meal.
(d) Goes to see the Admiralty.

5. Where will the procession end?
(a) St. Thomas Cathedral.
(b) Whitehall Steps.
(c) Buckminister Abby.
(d) Westminister Cathedral.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Doctor Eisenbeiss?

2. From where has the Prince fled?

3. What is the name of the Tunnel through which the boat goes?

4. What does the man at the tiller give up on doing?

5. Why isn't Hornblower fretting overly much about meeting the King?

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