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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. Who is the Mayor of Le Havre?
(a) Baron Momas.
(b) Comte de Garcay.
(c) Baron Jacques LeLune.
(d) Comte Philip Baron.

2. Who is among the reinforcements that Admiral Pellew sends?
(a) Captain Bush.
(b) Admiral Pellew.
(c) An American spy.
(d) Lieutenant Chadwick.

3. How does Hornblower know Admiral Pellew?
(a) He is a schoolmate.
(b) He is a neighbor.
(c) He serves with him on the Indefatigable.
(d) He is an old family friend.

4. Who acts as Hornblower's servant on board the Porta Coeli?
(a) As per tradition, the oldest sailor on board.
(b) A midshipman assigned to him.
(c) Hornblower takes care of his own needs.
(d) Brown, Hornblower's coxswain.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. At the royal banquet, what does Hornblower realize about his wife?

2. When does Hornblower learn long splicing?

3. Why is Hornblower talking to Lebrun in chapter eight?

4. Who does Hornblower meet while walking on deck with Lieutenant Freeman?

5. What does Hornblower do with Lieutenant Chadwick?

(see the answer key)

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