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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 2 and 3.
Multiple Choice Questions
1. What does Bush signal to the captain of the Princess as Meadows is reading orders?
(a) To lift the gangplank.
(b) To hand up the water hoses.
(c) To start pumping the water into the bilges.
(d) To stay quiet.
2. On whom does Hornblower rely in managing the everyday activities of Hotspur?
(a) Bush.
(b) Meadows.
(c) Percival.
(d) Masters.
3. Who pursues the French fleet?
(a) No one.
(b) Cornwallis.
(c) Nelson.
(d) Leighton.
4. Why does Hornblower doubt the promise made to him?
(a) There are many waiting for command.
(b) Napoleon recently surrenders.
(c) The Navy administration is notorious for rescinding promises.
(d) The admiral who gave the promise is now deceased.
5. How does Bush react to Hornblower's teasing?
(a) With umbrage.
(b) Apologetic.
(c) With his own teasing.
(d) Angry.
Short Answer Questions
1. What puts a hole in the Hotspur?
2. What does Meadows call Baddlestone?
3. Why does the Princess ride high in the water?
4. What rank is Hornblower at the opening of the novel?
5. Why can't the empty barrels in the hold be filled with salt water?
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