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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 11, 12, and 13.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Lord St. Vincent leave the church service?
(a) He is not feeling well.
(b) He needs to use the facilities.
(c) He is disturbed by news brought to him by a lieutenant.
(d) He forgets another appointment.

2. What does the success of Hornblower's plan the Porta Coeli masquerade mean?
(a) The French at Le Havre has no reason to trust the mutineers.
(b) The French at Le Havre help Hornblower regain the Flame.
(c) The mutineers change their minds once they see Hornblower in action.
(d) The mutineers have no choice but to commit treason on top of mutiny.

3. What types of weapons does Hornblower carry into combat?
(a) Just a sword.
(b) A dagger in his boot and a sword.
(c) Two pistols.
(d) Two pistols and a sword.

4. What does Lord St. Vincent tell Hornblower?
(a) Napoleon is on the move with his army.
(b) His best friend dies.
(c) Mutineers sends a letter to the Admiralty making demands.
(d) Hornblower has to stay on land for another month.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What other honor is Hornblower awarded?

2. How does Nathaniel Sweet, the leader of the mutineers, die?

3. What is one of the last things LeBrun does before he is captured?

4. What does Hornblower think of the judgment for the mutineers?

5. Why is Hornblower particularly upset with the news about Captain Bush?

(see the answer key)

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