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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. Why is the packet weighted?
2. What skill does Hornblower mention that he possesses?
3. What does Hornblower suggest to Baddlestone about the papers from the French brig?
4. Who is Mr. Barrow?
5. What impresses Marsden about Hornblower?
Short Essay Questions
1. What are Hornblower's thoughts about Ireland's plight?
2. What does Hornblower do while the men are destroying the ship?
3. Describe the outcome of the court martial and the events up to when McCool is hanged.
4. What does Baddlestone suggest and what does Hornblower ultimately have the men do to the French brig?
5. What indications are there that the weighted packet Hornblower takes off the French brig might be important?
6. What do Hornblower and his men do when the prize crew arrives?
7. How does Marsden describe the encounter between Calder and Villeneuve?
8. What does Hornblower hand over to Marsden and Barrow, and what do they make of it?
9. What is most useful about the document that Hornblower brings to the admiralty?
10. What special duty is Hornblower assigned?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Along with treason, another detestable action is spying. Spies are not considered in the same vein as soldiers in uniform and are not protected by the customs and regulations that govern the treatment of soldiers who are in uniform when captured. Discuss one of the following:
1. Why do you think spies are not accorded many rights under many countries' laws and/or customs? Does this seem just considering most major powers have spies?
2. Even though all countries abhor spies, often even their own, they still spy, and men and women are still willing to be spies. Discuss why you think this is so.
3. Do you think Hornblower is being wise in accepting the mission to deliver false orders to Villenueve? Why or why not?
Essay Topic 2
During wartime then, and even into the 20th century, a death sentence is often carried out within hours or days after the sentencing among the military. Discuss the following:
1. Why do you think a death sentence is executed so quickly among the military during wartime?
2. Do you think it is right that the soldier/sailor has no recourse to appeal a sentence of death if he is convicted of certain crimes in wartime?
3. Do you think McCool should have been allowed an appeal? Explain your answer fully.
Essay Topic 3
Because this novel centers around life at sea, it is quite helpful to have a basic understanding of nautical terminology and the types of ships and their armaments that were used during the early 1800s. Discuss the following:
1. Define ten of the most commonly-used shipboard terms and discuss how those terms are used in HORNBLOWER DURING THE CRISIS.
2. What are the strengths and weaknesses of the ships used in the early 1800s? (Think perhaps about such aspects as speed, pollution, how easily repairs are made, etc...)
3. How is the British navy organized during this period (early 1800s) and how different do you think it is organized today (including how one rises in rank). (This may require some research.)
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