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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. What helps Cargill to be successful on his second attempt to complete an order from Hornblower?
(a) A slower and calm maneuver.
(b) All of these.
(c) A gust of wind.
(d) A wave.

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

3. With what country was the Peace of Amiens made?
(a) Spain.
(b) Prussia.
(c) France.
(d) America.

4. Why is Hornblower so tense when the Loire is pursuing the Hotspur?
(a) He has less than half the cannon power.
(b) His ship is half the size.
(c) All of these.
(d) He does not know the political status.

5. What makes Hornblower seasick again?
(a) Choppy waves.
(b) Going back to open sea.
(c) Being close to shore.
(d) A storm.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Prowse feel during the chase by Loire?

2. Who managed most of Hornblower's wedding?

3. What does a French war ship do as they pass the Hotspur?

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

5. Why is Hornblower unable to recognize the honor sent to him from the French ship?

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