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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Hornblower think to himself about Bush?
(a) Hornblower does not think of any of his crew once he's onboard Princess.
(b) Bush is not going to like this new captain.
(c) Hornblower not likely to meet Bush again.
(d) Bush is going to be a real asset to Meadows.

2. Who is taking over command of the vessel Hornblower is leaving?
(a) Meadows.
(b) Johnson.
(c) Bush.
(d) Cornwallis.

3. What does Meadows call Baddlestone?
(a) A incompetent windbag.
(b) A likeable enough fellow.
(c) His cross.
(d) An extremely competent sailor.

4. On whom does Hornblower rely in managing the everyday activities of Hotspur?
(a) Masters.
(b) Meadows.
(c) Bush.
(d) Percival.

5. What is the approximate age of Hotspur's new captain?
(a) Middle age.
(b) Close to 70.
(c) Very young.
(d) Mid-30s.

Short Answer Questions

1. What rank is Hornblower at the opening of the novel?

2. What does Baddlestone ask of Hornblower immediately upon Hornblower's arrival on the Princess?

3. Who interrupts Meadows reading his orders?

4. How do Hornblower's men send him off?

5. Why does Hornblower ask permission to talk to Bush?

(see the answer key)

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