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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Hornblower and the Penalty of Failure.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What weapon does Hornblower hold to protect himself against the French men after losing the Marie Galant?
(a) Musket.
(b) Club.
(c) Pistol.
(d) Sword.

2. What happens to the first captured ship Hornblower is given command over when he and the crew abandon the ship?
(a) It pops apart at the seams.
(b) It lights on fire.
(c) It is fired on by French cannons.
(d) It sinks.

3. Who loses the game that the sailors play while Hornblower is on shore for the first time since joining the Navy?
(a) Jackson.
(b) Simpson.
(c) Hornblower.
(d) Perry.

4. What is Hornblower's first name?
(a) Horace.
(b) Henry.
(c) Horatio.
(d) Harry.

5. What is being held in the storeroom of the ship that picked up Hornblower after losing the Marie Galant?
(a) Paper.
(b) Black powder.
(c) Slaves.
(d) Paint.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Hornblower allow the crew of the captured vessel to do after the first night of their capture?

2. What is the name of the first ship Hornblower is assigned duty to in the Navy?

3. How many English sailors are with Hornblower after losing the Marie Galant?

4. What are the ships carrying loads of contraband goods called?

5. Where is Hornblower supposed to take his first captured vessel?

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