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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. Why is Hornblower chosen to be liaison between the two men in charge of the special cargo the indefatigable is to transport?
(a) He has a calming nature.
(b) He speaks French.
(c) He drew the shortest straw.
(d) He is the most diplomatic.

2. What are the ships carrying loads of contraband goods called?
(a) Risk Inherent vessels.
(b) Prize ships.
(c) Trade embargos.
(d) Merchant vessels.

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

4. How many French sailors are with Hornblower after losing the Marie Galant?
(a) 8.
(b) 12.
(c) 6.
(d) 4.

5. How is the ship with the strange French sails defeated?
(a) Boarding maneuver.
(b) The murder of the French captain.
(c) Heavy cannon fire.
(d) A truce between the captains.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Hornblower see a man at the dock do when he goes ashore after the fire ship incident?

2. What powers the Spanish Galleys?

3. How does Hornblower get on board the Spanish Galley?

4. What excuse is given by the man Hornblower is worried about after the attack on the Papillon?

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

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