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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 15 and 16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does the admiral want Hornblower to get information after his wedding?
(a) Barnalle.
(b) Bourgiac.
(c) Brawn.
(d) Brest.

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

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

4. What does Hornblower order his men to sleep next to after New Year's?
(a) Their clothes.
(b) Their bunkmates.
(c) Their guns.
(d) Their bunks.

5. What increases in the army encampments on shore after Christmas?
(a) The cannons.
(b) The cooking fires.
(c) The training exercises.
(d) The shipping lines.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why can Hornblower not get new water when he first gets into the bay?

2. What makes Hornblower seasick again?

3. How does Hornblower get his last glimpse of Maria before sailing away?

4. Where has Maria sailed from to visit Hornblower?

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

(see the answer key)

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