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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Hornblower, the Duchess, and the Devil.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who plans the strategic assault on the Papillon?
(a) Hornblower.
(b) Keene.
(c) Kennedy.
(d) Pellew.

2. What is being held in the storeroom of the ship that picked up Hornblower after losing the Marie Galant?
(a) Paper.
(b) Slaves.
(c) Paint.
(d) Black powder.

3. What does the port admiral decide to do with the Le Reve?
(a) Send it on an espionage detail.
(b) Sell it back to France.
(c) Fit it with gins and make a small warship.
(d) Purchase it into the Naval service.

4. What do the other men mock Hales for before the attack on the Papillon?
(a) Being superstitious.
(b) Showing his cowardice.
(c) Not being promoted.
(d) Shirking his duty.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following is NOT a name on the board of examiners?

2. What happens to Hales as the boats near the Papillon before the attack?

3. Who does Hornblower take ashore with him after the fire ship incident?

4. How does Captain Pellew hear the news that Spain has made peace with France?

5. What weapon does Hornblower hold to protect himself against the French men after losing the Marie Galant?

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