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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 7 and 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

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

4. What is the name of Pellew's ship?
(a) Tonto.
(b) Tonage.
(c) Tonnant.
(d) Tornage.

5. What is a semaphore?
(a) A gun.
(b) A large tower.
(c) A blockade.
(d) A French ship.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Hornblower blame for Cargill's first and almost second failure?

2. How many ships of the lines are with the Hotspur's squadron?

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

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

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

(see the answer key)

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