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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. Why does Hornblower lead the initial attack on the French battery?
(a) To capture the battery.
(b) To force more crew members.
(c) To show his power.
(d) To cause confusion.

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

3. How does Leighton describe Hornblower's estimate of Italian casualties?
(a) Inflated.
(b) Made-up.
(c) Truthful.
(d) Guessed.

4. How does Hornblower react to the weather while rescuing the Pluto?
(a) He is angry.
(b) He is asleep.
(c) He is calm.
(d) He is nervous.

5. What cuts Hornblower's visit with Leighton short in Chapter 15?
(a) Leighton's mood.
(b) Dinner.
(c) The weather.
(d) Hornblower's health.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Hornblower order that successfully guides the Pluto to safety?

2. What reason does Hornblower give for turning down the dinner invitation after dropping off the Indiamen convoy?

3. How many of the Indianmen crew volunteer to join the Sutherland?

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

5. What does Hornblower tell the crew on the French coaster to do when he takes it over?

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