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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. Where do they hold the Congress to decide the fate of post-war Europe?
(a) Rome.
(b) London.
(c) Vienna.
(d) Paris.

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

3. What is Hornblower's relationship to Marie la Vicomtesse de Graçay?
(a) His wife Barbara's best friend.
(b) His ex-governess.
(c) His son's governess.
(d) An ex-lover.

4. What is Hornblower afraid of happening on the Flame?
(a) The crew delibrately sink the ship.
(b) The crew hang Lieutenant Chadwick.
(c) The crew set fire to the Flame.
(d) The crew surrenders to the French.

5. What is one of the last things LeBrun does before he is captured?
(a) Plots with Baron Momas to capture the English ships.
(b) Spends the night with his mistress.
(c) Acts on the dispatches from Paris.
(d) Calculates the losses from this year's failed trading missions.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. How does Chadwick react to his orders from Hornblower?

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

4. How is Hornblower recognized for his services?

5. Who does Hornblower and his wife meet at one of the state functions?

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