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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Hornblower not stay in England as expected?
(a) He wants to introduce Richard to the sea, now that it is safer.
(b) He wants to join Barbara in Vienna.
(c) He wants to be with Marie la Vicomtesse de Graçay again.
(d) He wants to grab more prize money before the war ends.

2. Who leaves the Chateau with Hornblower?
(a) No one, he leaves alone.
(b) The Comte de Graçay, Vicomtesse de Graçay, Brown, Annette.
(c) Vicomtesse de Graçay.
(d) Brown.

3. What does Hornblower think about his duties at Le Havre?
(a) He is glad he doesn't have to be at sea.
(b) As always, he likes the adminstrative work.
(c) He is a man of action and doesn't like being behind a desk.
(d) He hopes that Barbara is proud of him.

4. Who is the VIP soon to arrive at Le Havre?
(a) A French prince, the Duke d'Angoulême.
(b) A French princess, Thérèse Marie.
(c) The Prince Regent.
(d) A French nobleman, the Comte d'Artois.

5. Hornblower tries to save Brown by claiming what?
(a) Brown is a seaman and following orders.
(b) Brown is a prisoner who Hornblower is holding for ransom.
(c) Brown is not in his right mind.
(d) Brown is there due to misguided loyalties and thus should not be held accountable.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Who brings news that England is sending a VIP?

3. What does Hornblower do instead of going to the Congress?

4. What does Hornblower think of Brown's plans?

5. Why is royalty coming to Le Havre?

Short Essay Questions

1. Two important historical events follow soon after Hornblower's capture of Rouen. What are they? Why are they significant?

2. In the end, no fighting is necessary at Rouen, why?

3. With Le Havre declaring for the French King, what does Hornblower's superiors in England do?

4. Why doesn't Hornblower go to Vienna with his wife Barbara?

5. How does Hornblower react to Barbara's presence?

6. What does Hornblower find in Nevers?

7. What does the Mayor of Le Havre do when he meets Hornblower? Why is this significant?

8. What is Napoleon Bonaparte's response to Le Havre's liberation? Why?

9. What does Hornblower plan to do with the militia sent to bolster Le Havre's defenses? Why?

10. With the wars end, what decision does Barbara make that puts a further strain on her relationship with Hornblower?

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