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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 is the general feeling aboard the first ship Hornblower has duty on in the Navy?
(a) Cheer.
(b) Duty.
(c) Anger.
(d) Discontent.

2. Where does Hornblower place the crew of the first captured vessel he is given command of?
(a) Galley.
(b) Poop deck.
(c) Forecastle.
(d) Brig.

3. What does Hornblower allow the crew of the captured vessel to do after the first night of their capture?
(a) Tell them the safest place to port the ship.
(b) Give their version of the conflict.
(c) Help fix the ship.
(d) Prepare and enjoy beakfast.

4. What does Pellew say to Hornblower after hearing about his experience with the Marie Galant?
(a) He was inexperienced.
(b) He was courageous.
(c) He was foolish.
(d) He was responsible.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What are crews called that take captured vessels into port?

2. What does Hornblower do when he suspects the hull of the captured ship was breached?

3. Where is Hornblower drifting after losing the Marie Galant?

4. What is Hornblower assigned to help with his first time back on shore after joining the Navy?

5. What does Hornblower threaten to do to men that disrupt his sailing after losing the Marie Galant?

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