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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Hornblower and the Cargo of Rice.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the first captured ship Hornblower is given command of carrying?
(a) Rice.
(b) Lead.
(c) Wheat.
(d) Beans.

2. What does Simpson refuse to do to avoid a duel with Hornblower?
(a) Apologize.
(b) Give back Hornblower's stolen goods.
(c) Call Hornblower by his proper name.
(d) Act kindly.

3. How old is Simpson at the beginning of the book?
(a) 44.
(b) 14.
(c) 24.
(d) 34.

4. Who acts as the referee for the duel between Simpson and Hornblower?
(a) Masters.
(b) Kane.
(c) Jackson.
(d) Perry.

5. How old is Hornblower when he first enters the Navy?
(a) 27.
(b) 15.
(c) 17.
(d) 25.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Hornblower have the crew do to try and save the captured ship before evacuating it as a lost cause?

2. Where is the crew from the first captured vessel Hornblower is given command of from?

3. Where is the damage done to the captured ship that Hornblower is in charge of?

4. What is Hornblower unwilling to do in his duel with Simpson?

5. How long is the first captured ship Hornblower is given command of taking on water before the damage is discovered?

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