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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 13, 14, and 15.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. To where does Atropos set sail?
(a) Malta.
(b) Marmorice Bay.
(c) Batavia.
(d) Puta Batang.

2. What does Hornblower find stressful?
(a) His wife's disapproval.
(b) His infant son's constant crying.
(c) The extreme heat.
(d) Guiding the boat through a series of staunches.

3. From where has the Prince fled?
(a) A Dutch prison.
(b) The Bastille.
(c) A Spanish prison.
(d) Napoleon's conquest of Europe.

4. What is the route of the Hornblower family's vessel?
(a) From Gloucester to London.
(b) From Surrey to London.
(c) From Dover to London.
(d) From Birmingham to London.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Hornblower order?

2. Why does the boat carry a long scythe blade at her prow?

3. What is Hornblower ordered to attend?

4. How is the boat guided?

5. What does Hornblower find when he returns to his hotel room?

(see the answer key)

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