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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 17 and 18.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where is the Flame when Hornblower sets out to meet her?
(a) About a mile off the coast of Dover.
(b) Close to the French port city of Le Havre.
(c) At the docks in Liverpool.
(d) On its way to Jamaica.

2. What does Hornblower do when he hears the latest news about Napoleon regaining power?
(a) He leaves for England.
(b) He leaves the Chateau and go to Nevers.
(c) He leaves for Rome.
(d) He leaves for Vienna.

3. Who is the Sovereign of the Order?
(a) Prince Regent.
(b) Duke of Wellington.
(c) King George.
(d) Queen Charlotte.

4. What is Marie la Vicomtesse de Graçay's relationship to the Comte de Graçay?
(a) His sister-in-law.
(b) His wife.
(c) His widowed daughter-in-law.
(d) His mother.

5. Who else comes to Le Havre that is even more surprising to Hornblower?
(a) His first Captain on the Indefatigable.
(b) His wife Barbara.
(c) Lord St. Vincent.
(d) His wife Barbara's personal maid.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. On the Porta Coeli traveling to meet the Flame, why is Hornblower unhappy with the storm?

3. What is the first indication that things are not going well for the attack force sent to fight Napoleon's troops?

4. What does Lord St. Vincent tell Hornblower?

5. What happens to Captain Bush after the encounter with Napoleon's troops at Caudebec?

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