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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 gift does Hornblower get from his wife before he sets sail?
(a) Some gloves.
(b) A sword.
(c) A revolver.
(d) A scarf.

2. Who put some personal stores on board for Hornblower?
(a) Bush.
(b) Cornwallis.
(c) Mrs. Mason.
(d) Maria.

3. What gift does Hornblower get for his wife before he sets sail?
(a) A necklace.
(b) A ring.
(c) Nothing.
(d) A brooch.

4. How does Hornblower get his last glimpse of Maria before sailing away?
(a) He uses a telescope.
(b) He stands on the foremast.
(c) He gets into the crow's nest.
(d) His uses binoculars.

5. How does the formality of his wedding make Hornblower feel?
(a) Nervous.
(b) Alone.
(c) Angry.
(d) Proud.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. What is Hornblower's wife's maiden name?

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

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

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