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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. How does Hornblower feel about the green crew's first attempt to handle the Sutherland?
(a) He is proud.
(b) He is worried.
(c) He is at ease.
(d) He is embarrassed.

2. What is weather like as the Sutherland escorts the Indiamen?
(a) Calm.
(b) Rough.
(c) Cold.
(d) Hot.

3. How many convoys break off in Chapter 6?
(a) Five.
(b) Two.
(c) Three.
(d) Four.

4. What is Hornblower's main concern about working on the Sutherland?
(a) Making enough money.
(b) Having enough crew.
(c) Brining enough food.
(d) Leaving his wife.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 6, why is Hornblower in a foul mood?

2. How does Hornblower pay for his personal provisions to be used while on the Sutherland?

3. How does Maria describe Barbara after their dinner together?

4. How many men total does Hornblower desire on his ship in Chapter 5?

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

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