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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. The "Morning Chronicle" says Napoleon is going to call himself __________________.
(a) Emperor.
(b) First Consul.
(c) General.
(d) President.

2. ________ is not one of Bush's strong points.
(a) Strategy.
(b) Patience.
(c) Combat.
(d) History.

3. What is the British currency prior to the use of "dirty notes"?
(a) Silver pieces.
(b) The Florin.
(c) Golden guineas.
(d) Pound sterling.

4. Who wins the last hand of whist?
(a) It is a tie.
(b) Admiral Lambert and the Colonel.
(c) Hornblower and the Colonel.
(d) Admiral Parry and Hornblower.

5. In Bush's mind, what is the trickiest piece of work in that morning's activities?
(a) The final lift and carry of the gun.
(b) Organizing the men.
(c) Figuring out the ropes.
(d) Dealing with insubordination of the men.

Short Answer Questions

1. _______ is killed by Spanish prisoners during their violent revolt on the Renown.

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

3. The night after the British take the fort, how many hours of sleep does Bush get to sleep before taking the morning watch?

4. During the past several years of war, Bush has only known ______ short interval(s) of leave.

5. What does Hornblower do while at the Long Rooms?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe the Court of Inquiry.

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

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

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

5. How is Surgeon Sankey characterized throughout Chapter 15?

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

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

8. What is published in the "Naval Chronicle" that Hornblower recommends Bush to read?

9. The Dons' capitulation is a victory for the British in what ways?

10. Describe how the Marines conclude their beat once it's reached its end.

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