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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Hornblower and the Examination for Lieutenant.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the name of the ship that Hornblower's first captain orders him to transfer to?
(a) Immaculate.
(b) Inpenetrable.
(c) Indefatigable.
(d) Independance.

2. How many men are present when Hornblower discovers where the man he was worried about got his injuries?
(a) 5.
(b) 2.
(c) 10.
(d) 20.

3. What is the first thing Hornblower sets about repairing on board his first captured vessel?
(a) The forecastle.
(b) The topmast.
(c) The hull.
(d) The rigging.

4. What does Hornblower do when he suspects the hull of the captured ship was breached?
(a) Checks for holes.
(b) Measures the gait in the water.
(c) Asks the crew of the ship.
(d) Sounds the well.

5. What is the name of the first ship Hornblower is assigned duty to in the Navy?
(a) Juno.
(b) Justinian.
(c) Johnson.
(d) Justice.

Short Answer Questions

1. What will happen if Hornblower fails his lieutenant examination?

2. What kinds of ships is the Indefatigable trying to protect against the Spanish Galleys?

3. What does Hales say before the attack on the Papillon?

4. What is the name of the ship that finds Hornblower after he loses the Marie Galant?

5. Who does Hammond challenge to a duel?

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