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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. In Chapter 5, how many of Hornblower's crew are new?
(a) 30.
(b) 50.
(c) 20.
(d) 40.

2. How does Hornblower describe the initial attacks on the French battery?
(a) Too slow.
(b) Pleasant.
(c) Successful.
(d) Ineffective.

3. How does the Sutherland react to the two French luggers?
(a) With gun shot.
(b) With cannon fire.
(c) They ignore the ships.
(d) With flag waving.

4. How do the military men aboard the Sutherland feel about the Indiamen's crew's work ethic?
(a) They think it is annoying.
(b) They think it is just right.
(c) They think it is too strict.
(d) They think they don't have a work ethic.

5. Why does Hornblower think Barbara may have married Leighton?
(a) Fear.
(b) Love.
(c) Money.
(d) Politics.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Hornblower feel as he nears the place where he will drop off the Indiamen?

2. What part of the Sutherland is damaged when the luggers surround it?

3. Who is the Governor-designate of Bombay?

4. Why can't Hornblower respond to the French brig flags correctly?

5. What gets burned in Chapter 11?

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