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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. How does the formality of his wedding make Hornblower feel?
(a) Proud.
(b) Nervous.
(c) Alone.
(d) Angry.

2. What comes crashing down on the Hotspur during the night attack?
(a) The crow's nest.
(b) The top rigging.
(c) The forecastle.
(d) The foremast.

3. What station does Pellew hold?
(a) Lieutenant.
(b) Captain.
(c) Admiral.
(d) Sergeant.

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

5. How is the second French ship harmed when Hornblower makes his night attack?
(a) It catches on fire.
(b) It runs aground.
(c) All of these.
(d) It is rammed by the third ship.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long is Hornblower told to wait in station when he asks permission to find water?

2. What does Hornblower hear from Maria?

3. What does the admiral do to show his respect for Hornblower?

4. What startles Hornblower about Grimes's replacement?

5. Why was the man who captured the Spanish fleet denied the prize money?

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