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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. In Chapter 5, what type of crew member does Hornblower want the most of?
(a) Lowermen.
(b) Shooters.
(c) Topmen.
(d) Gunners.

2. Why does Leighton toast Hornblower during their dinner together?
(a) For success on the seas.
(b) For him to have healthy children.
(c) For riches.
(d) For him to live a long life.

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

4. How does the green crew handle the Sutherland when it first leaves port?
(a) They forget it's their turn to steer.
(b) They move moderately ahead.
(c) They go too quickly.
(d) They move slowly.

5. Why can't Hornblower respond to the French brig flags correctly?
(a) No one saw the French flags.
(b) He doesn't know the code.
(c) He wants to scare the French away.
(d) He doesn't have the right flags.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Hornblower meet Lady Barbara Leighton?

2. What signal does the French brig raise on its flags?

3. How does Hornblower feel about the green crew's first attempt to handle the Sutherland?

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

5. How does Hornblower describe his transition from land to sea in Chapter 5?

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