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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 3 and 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the admiral do to show his respect for Hornblower?
(a) Shakes his hand in public.
(b) Gives him a promotion.
(c) Makes a toast at his wedding.
(d) Salutes him at his wedding.

2. How long has Hornblower been away from sea at the beginning of this book?
(a) 2 years.
(b) 18 months.
(c) 1 year.
(d) 6 months.

3. Where does Hornblower say goodbye to his new bride?
(a) The marriage hall.
(b) The ship.
(c) The docks.
(d) The hotel.

4. How does Hornblower feel about what he is doing for the first time as he leaves England?
(a) Happy.
(b) Amused.
(c) Proud.
(d) Strange.

5. What office does Hornblower hold at the beginning of this book?
(a) Admiral.
(b) Lieutenant.
(c) Commander.
(d) Captain.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Hornblower realize he is doing for the first time as he leaves England?

2. What gift does Hornblower get for his wife before he sets sail?

3. What does Bush do after the wedding celebration?

4. What has caused Hornblower to be away from sea for so long at the beginning of the book?

5. How does the formality of his wedding make Hornblower feel?

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