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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 9 and 10.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What must Hornblower survive on when his personal stores are gone?
(a) What he catches.
(b) The ship's stores.
(c) Bread and tack.
(d) Ale and cheese.

3. What is Cargill's position on board?
(a) Steward.
(b) Second master's mate.
(c) Scullery master.
(d) Navigator.

4. How does Hornblower feel about the man who was too fearful to go with Cotard?
(a) Expectant.
(b) Irritated.
(c) Proud.
(d) Disgusted.

5. Who lays the priming charge and fuse?
(a) Bush.
(b) Hornblower.
(c) Grimes.
(d) Cotard.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. How is Brest primarily accessed?

4. How long do Hornblower's personal stores last?

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

(see the answer key)

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