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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Hornblower and the Spanish Galleys.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What title is held by the man leading the French part of the special cargo that the Indefatigable is to transport?
(a) Duke.
(b) Marquis.
(c) Prince.
(d) Earl.

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

3. What do the sailors play while Hornblower is on shore for the first time since joining the Navy?
(a) Chance.
(b) Whist.
(c) Poker.
(d) Dice.

4. What is the Indefatigable told to transport after the capture of the ship with the strange French sails?
(a) Rice.
(b) Cattle.
(c) Barley.
(d) Soldiers.

5. What is the name of the captain of the Indefatigable?
(a) Pellew.
(b) Paullber.
(c) Pellington.
(d) Perry.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who acts as the referee for the duel between Simpson and Hornblower?

2. How old is Simpson at the beginning of the book?

3. What injury does Hornblower receive during the battle on the Papillon?

4. When do the Spanish Galleys have the advantage in the water?

5. How many slaves are on board a Spanish Galley?

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