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

2. Why are the French luggers a threat to the Sutherland?
(a) They follow on either side.
(b) They move faster.
(c) They run into the Sutherland head-on.
(d) They have larger guns.

3. When do the two French luggers appear?
(a) When they are in Brest.
(b) A day after they leave Brest.
(c) After they pass Brest.
(d) Before they reach Brest.

4. What makes the Spanish shore difficult to navigate in Chapter 16?
(a) It is well-protected.
(b) It is rocky.
(c) It is hard to see.
(d) It is sandy.

5. How does Hornblower feel as he nears the place where he will drop off the Indiamen?
(a) Indifferent.
(b) Happy.
(c) Moody.
(d) Quiet.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Leighton signal to the Sutherland during its attempt to rescue the Pluto?

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

3. After seeing the larger coaster, how many volunteers does Hornblower decide to call on?

4. Why does Hornblower turn down the invitation for dinner after dropping off the Indiamen convoy?

5. What cuts Hornblower's visit with Leighton short in Chapter 15?

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