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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 9 and 10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What happened to the Sutherland after it was captured?
(a) It was put on display.
(b) It was burned.
(c) It was redesigned.
(d) It was stripped of its weapons.

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

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

4. Who is the Governor-designate of Bombay?
(a) Lord Eastlake.
(b) Captain Osborn.
(c) Chief Longbeak.
(d) Hornblower.

5. What direction does the Sutherland lead the Indiamen?
(a) North.
(b) South.
(c) West.
(d) East.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. In Chapter 10, what does Hornblower order to be put in the lifeboats?

3. Who built the Sutherland?

4. Why does Hornblower stumble over his words during dinner at the Leightons'?

5. When the Sutherland sets out to sea, what other ships accompany it?

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