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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 5 and 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Hornblower unable to recognize the honor sent to him from the French ship?
(a) He is on the other side of the ship.
(b) He is tone deaf.
(c) He is colorblind.
(d) He cannot understand French.

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

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

4. 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 has debts to pay down.
(d) He gave money to Maria.

5. How does the person Hornblower meets with after his wedding describe the Peace of Amiens?
(a) Solid.
(b) Unreliable.
(c) Reticent.
(d) Shaky.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What does Bush do after the wedding celebration?

3. Why does Hornblower keep a distance from Brest Harbor?

4. What happens to Hornblower when the ship hits open sea?

5. Where does the admiral want Hornblower to get information after his wedding?

(see the answer key)

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