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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. In reference to the evening of playing cards with Hornblower, Admiral Parry says that the night is _________________.

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

3. While discussing their plans for the Spanish, Buckland tells Hornblower that he talks like a __________________.

4. What is the British currency prior to the use of "dirty notes"?

5. Hornblower is in charge of the ships by commanding the largest called _________________.

Short Essay Questions

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

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

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. Describe the Court of Inquiry.

6. How does the gun become "unbushed" towards the middle of Chapter 13?

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

8. How are the Spanish prisoners kept and treated on the Renown?

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

10. How is Surgeon Sankey characterized throughout Chapter 15?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Prior to reading "Lieutenant Hornblower," what do you know of the term, "mutiny?" Compare that perspective to the one you have after reading the novel. Are there instances where mutiny is understandable and justifiable? Explain your answer and look to the text for examples.

Essay Topic 2

How is the story resolved at the end of Chapter 20? Are all the loose ends tied up? Are all of the questions answered? What effect does the introduction of the female character, Maria, have to the ending of the story? Based on the way the novel is ended, would you as the reader wish to continue reading the series or are you satisfied with the way it ends?

Essay Topic 3

What is life like for the shipmen (officers, midshipmen, volunteers, etc.) and prisoners on board the H.M.S. Renown? What are the sleeping arrangements like? What do they eat? How is the hierarchy of the ship reflected in their daily functioning?

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