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

2. What does it look like Meadows is doing as the Princess pulls away from Hotspur?
(a) Gathering the crew for an inaugural speech.
(b) Already disciplining some sloppy sailor.
(c) He's already in his cabin on the Hotspur.
(d) Making his way to the bridge.

3. How long has Hornblower been involved in the blockade of Brest?
(a) 2 years.
(b) 6 months.
(c) 2 months.
(d) 1 year.

4. For what does Meadows say he'd give up his prize money for five years?
(a) A chance to spend more than a few days with his new wife.
(b) A chance to have Baddlestone as a sailor under his command.
(c) Orders to the West Indies.
(d) Orders off the Hotspur.

5. Who will be assisting Calder?
(a) The 3rd Navy's fleet.
(b) The Channel fleet.
(c) No one.
(d) The fleet under the command of Cornwallis.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is vital to keeping Bonaparte from crossing the English Channel?

2. What does Bush signal to the captain of the Princess as Meadows is reading orders?

3. On whom does Hornblower rely in managing the everyday activities of Hotspur?

4. What enables Princess to regain her position within the fleet?

5. How is the water-hoy built?

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