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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 direction does the Sutherland lead the Indiamen?
(a) North.
(b) East.
(c) West.
(d) South.

2. How do the French luggers attack the Sutherland?
(a) With guns.
(b) With fire.
(c) With cannons.
(d) They don't attack.

3. What do the French do with Hornblower's clothing in Chapter 12?
(a) Burn it.
(b) Steal it.
(c) Throw it in the water.
(d) Rip it.

4. How does the Sutherland crew respond after the French lugger attack?
(a) They yell at each other.
(b) They are silent.
(c) They cry.
(d) They cheer.

5. What does Leighton signal to the Sutherland during its attempt to rescue the Pluto?
(a) To call for backup.
(b) To have people jump overboard.
(c) To stop.
(d) To throw more rope.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Hornblower describe the initial attacks on the French battery?

2. How much larger is the Pluto compared to the Sutherland?

3. What is the first thing Hornblower does when the Sutherland returns to the rendezvous point in Chapter 15?

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

5. Why does Hornblower feel that the Pluto isn't reliable?

(see the answer key)

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