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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. Hornblower suffers from ________________.

2. Bush describes Hornblower's gait as being _______ from his overflowing energy.

3. At the end of Chapter 10, how many of the privateers' schooners are destroyed?

4. At dinner, which officer keeps his mouth shut?

5. What does Bush not tolerate?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Captain Sawyer order for every man after the hands haul in the weather main brace?

2. Describe Silk's efforts at breaking down the Spanish fort's wooden door.

3. Why does the Captain have Wellard whipped?

4. Describe the complicated political situation occurring in Santo Domingo.

5. What is the proof of the shipmen's diligence of work on the ship?

6. How is Samaná Bay described?

7. How does Lt. Bush categorize naval officers?

8. What does it mean that Bush is "brought up in a hard school"?

9. Why does the Captain target Wellard during his tirades of conspiracy?

10. What does it mean to "kiss the gunner's daughter" in naval terms?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The hero of a piece of fiction can be romantic or realistic or have elements of both. Who is the hero of this adventure tale, and what actions or characteristics make this character either romantic, realistic or a combination of both in his heroic actions? Discuss specific instances throughout the text.

Essay Topic 2

Mutiny is a constant subject, whether actively discussed or as a silent presence haunting the men throughout "Lieutenant Hornblower." How is there a conflict between the officers/shipmen of the Renown and the idea of mutiny? How is this conflict between the men and mutiny resolved?

Essay Topic 3

There are several themes evident in a close reading of "Lieutenant Hornblower." Of the following themes, choose two and show how they are important and relevant in the analysis of this novel: Mutiny, Fear, Sanity vs. Insanity, Friendship, and Courage. Use specific instances from the novel to support your claim.

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