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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. From where does Hornblower hang his pocket watch?
(a) The coffin.
(b) His fob.
(c) The bridle of the lead horse.
(d) His neck.

2. About what is the oarsman deprecatory?
(a) London Bridge.
(b) The Crossroads guard.
(c) The London tower.
(d) Old Ben.

3. What does Hornblower ask the King?
(a) Nothing.
(b) If he could have command of the HMS Shannon.
(c) What he is referring to.
(d) If the King would like an inspection of the Atropos.

4. Upon what does payment to Tom Jenkins depend?
(a) Having no problems during transit.
(b) Timely delivery.
(c) Whether or not he beats several other boats to London.
(d) The quality of his goods.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens to the lead barge?

2. What is discovered about many of the casks of meat on board the Atropos?

3. Why is Atropos unprepared for immediate departure?

4. What is parallel to the canal?

5. What is a wherry?

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