View a FREE sample

This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 17 and 18.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does the Italian army wave their hats at the Sutherland?
(a) They use it as a sign of defeat.
(b) They are trying to wave them on.
(c) They think the Sutherland is a friendly ship.
(d) They don't see the ship as a threat.

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

3. What does Hornblower have made after the French brig is captured?
(a) A jacket.
(b) A dinner.
(c) A flag.
(d) A medal.

4. How many of the Indianmen crew volunteer to join the Sutherland?
(a) About half of them.
(b) All of them.
(c) None of them.
(d) Thirteen.

5. Where does Hornblower aim the round shot at the Italian army?
(a) The infantry.
(b) The wagons.
(c) The artillery.
(d) Anywhere.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the terrain like behind the road the Italian army is marching on in Chapter 14?

2. Why does Hornblower have his men shoot the baggage animals in Chapter 14?

3. In Chapter 18, what does Claros demand for the Spanish army?

4. In Chapter 11, how many prizes does Hornblower capture in a 24-hour period?

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

(see the answer key)

This section contains 217 words (approx. 1 page at 300 words per page) View a FREE sample