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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. What does Hornblower most appreciate about the Sutherland?
(a) Its history.
(b) Its length.
(c) Its crew.
(d) Its large stern-galley.

2. What does Hornblower think about as he tries to fall asleep after dinner with the Leightons?
(a) Maria.
(b) Preparing his ship.
(c) Barbara.
(d) Running away.

3. How does Hornblower describe his transition from land to sea in Chapter 5?
(a) It was difficult.
(b) It was easy.
(c) It was humorous.
(d) It was ridiculous.

4. After setting out to sea, what happens to several of the new crew members on the Sutherland?
(a) They become seasick.
(b) They work extra hard.
(c) They jump overboard.
(d) They become homesick.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Hornblower show his pleasure with the crew after the lugger attack?

2. What direction does the Sutherland lead the Indiamen?

3. Why does Hornblower denounce his crew after the French lugger attack?

4. What reason does Hornblower give for turning down the dinner invitation after dropping off the Indiamen convoy?

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

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