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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 11 and 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is England at war with during the opening of this novel?
(a) France.
(b) Russia.
(c) Germany.
(d) Spain.

2. How many more crew members are on the Sutherland than Hornblower's previous ship?
(a) About one hundred more men.
(b) Ten more men.
(c) Three times.
(d) Two times.

3. What is the name of the ship Bolton leads?
(a) Caligula.
(b) Corju.
(c) Calipso.
(d) Constatoga.

4. Where does Hornblower say he finds the most comfort in Chapter 5?
(a) At home with Maria.
(b) Being under the decks.
(c) In France.
(d) The sea.

5. How does Hornblower describe the lower decks of the Sutherland?
(a) Worrisome.
(b) Dirty.
(c) Dark.
(d) Immoral.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Hornblower think about as he tries to fall asleep after dinner with the Leightons?

2. Before the Sutherland takes to the sea, what does Hornblower tell Bush to do?

3. How do Hornblower and his volunteers reach the French coaster?

4. How many guns are on the Sutherland?

5. Why does Hornblower stumble over his words during dinner at the Leightons'?

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