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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who takes part in a secret meeting at the beginning of Chapter 4?
(a) Hornblower, Smith, and Bush.
(b) Hornblower and Bush.
(c) Hornblower, Bush, Smith, and Buckland.
(d) Hornblower, Bush, Roberts, and Buckland.

2. Upon their arrival at Kingston, Buckland has an interview with _______.
(a) Admiral Parry.
(b) King George II.
(c) Captain Cogshill.
(d) Admiral Lambert.

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

4. Finish the quote: "The Court of Inquiry was not nearly as awe-inspiring as a ________."
(a) Mutiny.
(b) Court martial.
(c) Hanging.
(d) Rebellion.

5. At the beginning of Chapter 6, how many days have passed since the change in command?
(a) Two.
(b) Three.
(c) Five.
(d) Four.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who makes a written statement about the Captain's fall?

2. Horatio suggests that they use a ________ from the ship to attack the far end of the bay.

3. What are all midshipmen trained NOT to do?

4. Why does Bush halt for 15 minutes?

5. Who says, "No peace for the wicked"?

(see the answer key)

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