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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Last Encounter.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Hornblower do after his testimony at the court martial?
(a) Returns to the Princess.
(b) Gets a boat over to the Shannon to visit his cousin.
(c) Goes to Admiral Leighton's vessel to chat with the Admiral.
(d) Stays on the ship of the line to await a verdict.

2. Where does Hornblower go before leaving the French brig?
(a) To the topmast.
(b) To the bridge.
(c) To the poop deck.
(d) To the Captain's quarters.

3. Of what does Hornblower despair the next morning?
(a) Of getting used to the movements of the Princess.
(b) Of being on his own vessel again.
(c) Of ever reaching home.
(d) Of having a civil word from Baddlestone.

4. Why does Brown go to the door?
(a) To let the dog out.
(b) Someone is knocking.
(c) To let the dog in.
(d) To let the grandchildren in.

5. What has Hornblower been promised?
(a) A bonus for a ship he recently helped capture.
(b) A promotion to post captain.
(c) A command in Admiral Nelson's fleet.
(d) An administrative post for a while since his wife is pregnant.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the verdict against Meadows?

2. What greets the new captain on Hotspur?

3. Who is taking over command of the vessel Hornblower is leaving?

4. Who comes aboard to speak with Sawyer?

5. What does the secretary believe about the weighted packet?

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