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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who gives the orders for the ship to be dispatched?
(a) King George II.
(b) The Cabinet.
(c) Lords of the Admiralty.
(d) Captain Sawyer.

2. Why does the Captain order Wellard below decks for a second time?
(a) He has been misbehaving
(b) He disobeys orders.
(c) Conspiracy.
(d) None of the answers are correct.

3. How many times is Wellard beaten in total on this day?
(a) 24.
(b) 12.
(c) 30.
(d) 6.

4. Who says, "The traitors meet their desserts and the loyal hearts their reward. Give a cheer, you men."?
(a) Bush.
(b) The Captain.
(c) Buckland.
(d) Hornblower.

5. How many shipmen are on board the Renown?
(a) 740.
(b) 440.
(c) 704.
(d) 770.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the phrase, "rope yarn Sunday" mean when the Captain declares it after his reading?

2. The Captain orders _______ and _______ to report properly dressed when every watch is called.

3. What rank is Bush on the ship?

4. Who can be excused from church services according to the tolerant Admiralty?

5. How many years of experience does Bush have?

(see the answer key)

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