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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 22, 23, 24, and 25.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Hornblower tell his crew when winter sets in?
(a) They must prepare for surprises.
(b) They must get rest when they can.
(c) They must watch better than before.
(d) They must combat homesickness.

2. What necessitated the multi-tiered system?
(a) The breach of trust.
(b) The preparations.
(c) The war.
(d) The treaty.

3. What changes at Brest when winter sets in?
(a) The wind.
(b) The temperature.
(c) The visibility.
(d) The number at the blockade.

4. How does Hornblower see Maria on the pier?
(a) He goes to the crow's nest.
(b) He uses binoculars.
(c) He sails into the harbor.
(d) He uses a telescope.

5. What do the men on the ship have to man three out of four hours during the storms?
(a) The water pumps.
(b) The forecastle.
(c) The cannons.
(d) The crow's nest.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where has Maria sailed from to visit Hornblower?

2. What increases around the destroyed semaphore?

3. Why is Cornwallis giving Hornblower a promotion?

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

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

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