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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Pellew's ship give to the Hotspur?
(a) Directions and ammunition.
(b) Maps and letters.
(c) Water and letters.
(d) Food and ale.

2. Hoe many cannons are on the Hotspur?
(a) 20.
(b) 10.
(c) 40.
(d) 30.

3. Why is Hornblower so tense when the Loire is pursuing the Hotspur?
(a) His ship is half the size.
(b) He does not know the political status.
(c) All of these.
(d) He has less than half the cannon power.

4. What is Grimes's position on board?
(a) Steward.
(b) Ratline inspector.
(c) Navigator.
(d) Footlocker.

5. What does Bush blame for Cargill's first and almost second failure?
(a) Poorly shifted weight.
(b) Lack of skill.
(c) Harsh conditions.
(d) Nervous demeanor.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who tells Hornblower that a single ship is ready?

2. What does Hornblower have men count as they pass Brest Harbor?

3. What does Hornblower get when he interviews with Cornwallis after all the storms?

4. How long has Hornblower been away from sea at the beginning of this book?

5. Where does Hornblower plot a course after leaving England?

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