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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Hornblower get on board the Spanish Galley?
(a) He scales the port windows.
(b) He uses an oar.
(c) He climbs the grapple.
(d) He swings on board with a mast rope.

2. What does Hornblower try to do with the important dispatches he is carrying when he sees a Spanish ship closing in on him?
(a) Hides them.
(b) Burns them.
(c) Rips them into tiny shreds.
(d) Weights them with lead.

3. How many men does Hornblower rescue from the wrecked Spanish ship?
(a) 3.
(b) 4.
(c) 5.
(d) 6.

4. What title is held by the man who is to lead the Indefatigable as they transport the special cargo?
(a) Marquis.
(b) Prince.
(c) Earl.
(d) Duke.

5. Who does Hammond challenge to a duel?
(a) Hornblower.
(b) Harvey.
(c) Foster.
(d) Henrickson.

Short Answer Questions

1. What strange item is unloaded from the ship with the other special cargo carried on the Indefatigable?

2. Who is leading the army that attacks the village where Hornblower is acting as a liaison?

3. What title is held by the man leading the French part of the special cargo that the Indefatigable is to transport?

4. What rank do the men on the board of examiners hold?

5. Who is with Hornblower as he acts as a liaison between the English and French leaders?

Short Essay Questions

1. What was the main objective for Pouzages supposed to be when he entered Muzzilac?

2. Who is Hornblower ordered to accompany back to England after the dinner, and how does Hornblower feel about this?

3. What does Pellew do when he hears about Hornblower's success with the Spanish Galley?

4. How are the Spanish Galleys different than ordinary ships?

5. What does Hornblower think when he sees the size of the the army invading France?

6. What is Hornblower scolded for when he delivers the cattle to the British fleet?

7. What does Hornblower do for his men before delivering the cattle to the British fleet?

8. What strange occurrences does Hornblower witness when he goes on shore to trade for cattle?

9. What kind of force does Hornblower use to get on board the Spanish Galley, and how does he feel about this?

10. What is a fire ship?

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