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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. Upon what vessel do Hornblower and his family take passage?
(a) The Queen Charlotte.
(b) The Queen Elizabeth.
(c) The Queen Anne.
(d) The Queen Mary.

2. Why does Admiral St. Vincent apologize?
(a) For the Prince's arrogance.
(b) He does not apologize.
(c) For leaving Hornblower to the "wolves."
(d) For Hornblower's confusion.

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

4. Where does Hornblower play with his son?
(a) He does not have time to see his son.
(b) In the hotel common room.
(c) In the nursery.
(d) In his hotel room.

5. Even if Napoleon rules the earth at the moment, what consoles Hornblower?
(a) England rules the seas.
(b) Nothing lasts forever.
(c) The seas are up for grabs.
(d) Napoleon doesn't rule his wife, just like every other man.

Short Answer Questions

1. How fast does the boat move?

2. About what is the oarsman deprecatory?

3. What fascinates Hornblower on the trip?

4. With what does the Prince arrive on the Atropos?

5. What does the Prince want to do?

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