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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At the time of this story, _____ is in supreme control of France.
(a) King George II.
(b) Revolutionaries.
(c) Napoleon Bonaparte.
(d) French Parliament.

2. Hornblower is in charge of the ships by commanding the largest called _________________.
(a) La Maria.
(b) La Infanta.
(c) La Gaditana.
(d) La Cristobal.

3. Horatio suggests that they use a ________ from the ship to attack the far end of the bay.
(a) Thirthy-pounder.
(b) Twelve-pounder.
(c) Nine-pounder.
(d) Twenty-four-pounder.

4. While Bush fights off revolting Spanish prisoners, he is wounded _____ times and requires _____ stitches to secure the wounds.
(a) 11; 53.
(b) 11; 35.
(c) 9; 53.
(d) 9; 35.

5. During the past several years of war, Bush has only known ______ short interval(s) of leave.
(a) Four.
(b) Two.
(c) Three.
(d) One.

Short Answer Questions

1. The "Morning Chronicle" says Napoleon is going to call himself __________________.

2. Finish the quote: "The Court of Inquiry was not nearly as awe-inspiring as a ________."

3. Who wins the last hand of whist?

4. During the Court of Inquiry, Buckland is what?

5. Who does Admiral Parry bring with him to the game tables at Long Rooms?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the reward for Bush after the victory in Haiti?

2. Why is Buckland so unhappy after the Court of Inquiry?

3. What becomes of Wellard, and how is this known?

4. Describe Bush's fighting style during the prisoners' rebellion on board the Renown.

5. What are Colonel Ortega's terms for a capitulation?

6. Why does Admiral Parry confirm Hornblower's promotion to Commander?

7. What season is it during Bush's second visit with Hornblower in Pourtsmouth?

8. How is Surgeon Sankey characterized throughout Chapter 15?

9. When Colonel Ortega and his ship approach the fort, they wave a white flag and sound the trumpets. What is the point of this?

10. Describe the Retribution, formerly known as La Gaditana.

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