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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 17 and 18.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What kind of ship is the Loire?
(a) Frigate.
(b) Man of war.
(c) Sloop.
(d) Merchant.

2. What office does Hornblower hold at the beginning of this book?
(a) Lieutenant.
(b) Admiral.
(c) Commander.
(d) Captain.

3. What does Bush blame for Cargill's first and almost second failure?
(a) Poorly shifted weight.
(b) Lack of skill.
(c) Harsh conditions.
(d) Nervous demeanor.

4. What was the biggest loss to the French in the night attack?
(a) The ruined ships.
(b) The discovered plot.
(c) The loss of lives.
(d) The damaged weapons.

5. What does Hornblower update over the first summer at war?
(a) The crew list.
(b) The history books.
(c) The naval charts.
(d) The journey log.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Hornblower do when he makes certain observations about the French after Christmas?

2. Where is Cotard hailed by a guard?

3. What has caused Hornblower to be away from sea for so long at the beginning of the book?

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

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

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