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

2. What is Hornblower doing at the beginning of the book?
(a) Meeting with the admiral.
(b) Cleaning his uniform.
(c) Getting married.
(d) Being promoted.

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

4. How long has Hornblower been away from sea at the beginning of this book?
(a) 18 months.
(b) 6 months.
(c) 2 years.
(d) 1 year.

5. What is Cotard's title?
(a) Captain.
(b) Lieutenant.
(c) Commander.
(d) Major.

Short Answer Questions

1. What causes the Hotspur to win the race with the Loire?

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

3. How does the person Hornblower meets with after his wedding describe the Peace of Amiens?

4. What gift does Hornblower get from his wife before he sets sail?

5. What is Hornblower's wife's name?

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