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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. Which of the following is NOT a man assigned to Hornblower's crew to take the captured ship to shore?
(a) Carson.
(b) Matthews.
(c) Johnson.
(d) Hunter.

2. How long is the first captured ship Hornblower is given command of taking on water before the damage is discovered?
(a) 2 weeks.
(b) 2 days.
(c) 20 hours.
(d) 2 hours.

3. Where is the damage done to the captured ship that Hornblower is in charge of?
(a) Near the forecastle.
(b) At the topmast.
(c) At the underbelly.
(d) In the hull.

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

5. Where is the crew from the first captured vessel Hornblower is given command of from?
(a) Italy.
(b) Belgium.
(c) France.
(d) America.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is strange about Hornblower's age when he first enters the Navy?

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

3. What is the first captured ship Hornblower is given command of carrying?

4. What weapon does Hornblower choose to use in his duel with Simpson?

5. What does Simpson refuse to do to avoid a duel with Hornblower?

(see the answer key)

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