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

2. What is Prowse's position on the ship?
(a) Sailing master.
(b) Navigator.
(c) Midshipman.
(d) Steward.

3. What has caused Hornblower to be away from sea for so long at the beginning of the book?
(a) His lack of education.
(b) The Peace of Amiens.
(c) The end of the war.
(d) His formal training.

4. What is Hornblower's wife's name?
(a) Maryann.
(b) Maria.
(c) Martha.
(d) Mary.

5. What is the first order Cargill fails to manage for Hornblower?
(a) A realignment.
(b) A watch.
(c) A full report.
(d) A tack.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What does the admiral do to show his respect for Hornblower?

3. What kind of ship does Hornblower command at the beginning of this book?

4. What does Bush blame for Cargill's first and almost second failure?

5. What office does Hornblower hold at the beginning of this book?

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