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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 14, 15, and 16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Napoleon do (April 1814) not long after Hornblower secures Rouen?
(a) Makes a last stand in Paris.
(b) Abdicates.
(c) Surrenders.
(d) Commits suicide.

2. How is Hornblower recognized for his services?
(a) He is relieved of his duties in Le Havre and allowed to retire.
(b) He is given a medal.
(c) He is made a peer.
(d) He and Barbara are invited to a reception given by the Prince Regent in his honor.

3. What does Hornblower do with Lieutenant Chadwick?
(a) Tries and finds him guilty of murder.
(b) Sends him back to the Admiral Pellew with dispatches.
(c) Puts him in the brig with the rest of the mutineers.
(d) Lectures him and then puts him back on active duty.

4. Why is it better to be a Captain than a Lieutenant?
(a) You get to name your ship when you get one.
(b) You get to retire whenever you want.
(c) You get three times the pay and prize money as a Captain.
(d) You get your choice of ships and postings.

5. What does Lebrun tell Hornblower about the sentiments of the Mayor and other prominent citizens of Le Havre?
(a) They are all loyal Bonapartists.
(b) They admire Hornblower and want to invite him to dinner.
(c) They are tired of war.
(d) They have no sympathy for the mutineers and turn them over.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does the Porta Coeli crew feel about Hornblower?

2. What does Hornblower demand of the Mayor of Rouen?

3. What is the first thing Hornblower does when he returns from the Flame to the Porta Coeli?

4. Who is among the reinforcements that Admiral Pellew sends?

5. Who meets Hornblower and identifies himself as Captain of the Flame?

(see the answer key)

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