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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. Why does Hornblower decide to pass the rendezvous point at the dead of night in Chapter 13?
(a) To see if he can find it in the dark.
(b) To confuse his crew.
(c) To head back to the French coaster.
(d) To miss the other ships.

2. What weapon does Hornblower use against the French sailors in Chapter 11?
(a) A gun.
(b) His bare hands.
(c) A cannon.
(d) A sword.

3. How does Hornblower feel when the Sutherland finally leaves port?
(a) Irritated.
(b) Nervous.
(c) Relieved.
(d) Sick.

4. Who asks Hornblower to work on the Sutherland?
(a) Leighton.
(b) The King.
(c) Bolton.
(d) Bush.

5. What is the name of the ship Bolton leads?
(a) Constatoga.
(b) Calipso.
(c) Corju.
(d) Caligula.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Who is the Governor-designate of Bombay?

3. How many guns are on the Sutherland?

4. How many Indiamen does the Sutherland escort?

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

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