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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 15 and 16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Hornblower order that successfully guides the Pluto to safety?
(a) A wed-in-water.
(b) A tack-in-succession.
(c) A slow-and-steady.
(d) A move-and-go.

2. How does Leighton feel about Hornblower's actions against the Italian army?
(a) He is angry.
(b) He is indifferent.
(c) He is concerned.
(d) He is proud.

3. What is the first thing Hornblower does when the Sutherland returns to the rendezvous point in Chapter 15?
(a) Have a celebratory dinner.
(b) Go to sleep.
(c) Meet with his crew.
(d) Fill out reports.

4. What does Hornblower decide to attack instead of the French shore?
(a) A castle.
(b) A canal.
(c) A series of merchant ships.
(d) A Spanish ship.

5. Why is saving the Pluto difficult to do in Chapter 16?
(a) The boat is completely covered with water.
(b) The boat is too far away.
(c) The boat is on fire.
(d) The boat is close to the shore.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Leighton describe Hornblower's estimate of Italian casualties?

2. How does the Sutherland react to the two French luggers?

3. What do Hornblower and his men do when they are aboard the French coaster?

4. What is weather like as the Sutherland escorts the Indiamen?

5. What do the French do with Hornblower's clothing in Chapter 12?

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