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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 is inside the package with the orders sent by Hornblower?
(a) A mask.
(b) Gold coins.
(c) A French flag.
(d) Some new maps.

2. What is Cargill's position on board?
(a) Second master's mate.
(b) Scullery master.
(c) Navigator.
(d) Steward.

3. Who managed most of Hornblower's wedding?
(a) Doughty.
(b) Maryann.
(c) Bush.
(d) Pellew.

4. Who calls on Hornblower shortly after his wedding?
(a) Cornwallis.
(b) Bush.
(c) Maddington.
(d) Pellew.

5. Why did Hornblower not put personal stores in place for himself?
(a) He is still not used to being in command.
(b) He was on half pay while on shore.
(c) He gave money to Maria.
(d) He has debts to pay down.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Hornblower feel he has to balance at the beginning of the book?

2. Who put some personal stores on board for Hornblower?

3. What is Hornblower doing at the beginning of the book?

4. What is the first order Cargill fails to manage for Hornblower?

5. What is Hornblower's wife's name?

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