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

2. How does Hornblower feel toward his wife, Maria?
(a) Disinterested.
(b) Friendship.
(c) Worried.
(d) In love.

3. What part of the Sutherland is damaged when the luggers surround it?
(a) The mast.
(b) The window.
(c) Nothing is damaged.
(d) The side.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How are some of Hornblower's crew treated while being given directions in Chapter 5?

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

3. Why does Hornblower turn down the invitation for dinner after dropping off the Indiamen convoy?

4. How does the Sutherland react to the two French luggers?

5. What is Hornblower's main concern about working on the Sutherland?

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