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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 6, 7, and 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 5, how does Hornblower describe the way he readied the Sutherland?
(a) He is worried what others will think.
(b) He criticizes himself.
(c) He feels proud.
(d) He thinks he did well enough.

2. What role does Hornblower play on the HMS Sutherland?
(a) Admiral.
(b) Leader.
(c) Captain.
(d) General.

3. How do Hornblower and Maria get home after their dinner at the Leightons'?
(a) They take a taxi.
(b) Leighton lets them borrow a carriage.
(c) They walk.
(d) They ride horses.

4. Before the Sutherland takes to the sea, what does Hornblower tell Bush to do?
(a) Work harder.
(b) Find a new job.
(c) Take a break.
(d) Say goodbye to his family.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How does the green crew handle the Sutherland when it first leaves port?

2. What happened to the Sutherland after it was captured?

3. On the Sutherland, what do the new hands do before going below the decks?

4. What is Hornblower offered for his services, escorting the Indiamen?

5. How does Hornblower describe the lower decks of the Sutherland?

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