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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 13 and 14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How is Hornblower able to sail so close to the Spanish and French shore in Chapter 10?
(a) His ship is too large to stop.
(b) He does it when no one is looking.
(c) He pays off the right people.
(d) He raises a French flag.

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

3. When the Sutherland sets out to sea, what other ships accompany it?
(a) Fishing boats.
(b) Merchant ships.
(c) Submarines.
(d) Battle ships.

4. How far is Port Vendres, France from the Spanish fortress?
(a) About 10 miles.
(b) About 20 miles.
(c) About 15 miles.
(d) About 5 miles.

5. What is Hornblower's main concern about working on the Sutherland?
(a) Leaving his wife.
(b) Having enough crew.
(c) Making enough money.
(d) Brining enough food.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Hornblower turn the Sutherland around after the attack on the Italian army?

2. Why does Hornblower point the Sutherland southwest in Chapter 13?

3. How does the Sutherland crew respond after the French lugger attack?

4. Why does Hornblower decide to pass the rendezvous point at the dead of night in Chapter 13?

5. In Chapter 6, why is Hornblower in a foul mood?

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