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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 8 and 9, and the Author's Note.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. To what is Hornblower summoned?
(a) The annual planning council.
(b) A court martial.
(c) Dinner with the Admiral.
(d) A debriefing.

2. How does Maria act when Hornblower arrives?
(a) Tearful.
(b) Cold.
(c) Indifferent.
(d) Hostile.

3. Why does Hornblower ask permission to talk to Bush?
(a) So Meadows will realize that Bush is an outstanding sailor.
(b) To be polite, though it's not required.
(c) To ask Bush to have a sailor transfer Hornblower's baggage.
(d) Because Bush is busy.

4. What frightens Hornblower about getting on the Princess?
(a) Because he does not know his next assignment.
(b) The way the Princess' Captain is glaring at Hornblower.
(c) The way the Princess seems to be out of trim.
(d) The 18' gangplank with no handrail.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Hornblower say about conditions in Hotspur's assigned area?

2. Who has signed the document?

3. What does Princess do?

4. With what do the men arm themselves?

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

(see the answer key)

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