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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 17 and 18.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many quarterdeck cannonades does Hornblower use against the Italian army?
(a) Eight.
(b) Nine.
(c) Six.
(d) Seven.

2. What bothers Hornblower the most about leaving Maria to work on the Sutherland?
(a) She gets bored easily.
(b) She is pregnant.
(c) She doesn't have much money.
(d) She might find out about him and Barbara.

3. What rank does Villena have?
(a) Judge.
(b) Magistrate.
(c) Captain.
(d) Colonel.

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

5. What does Hornblower tell the crew on the French coaster to do when he takes it over?
(a) Get in boats and row to shore.
(b) Show them how to get to the capital.
(c) Jump in the water and swim.
(d) Hand over their valuables.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many more crew members are on the Sutherland than Hornblower's previous ship?

2. What do the French do with Hornblower's clothing in Chapter 12?

3. In Chapter 17, what worries Hornblower about the Spanish?

4. What does Claros do with his Spanish infantry when the French march from their strongpoint in Chapter 18?

5. How does Hornblower describe the way he dresses while dining with the Leightons?

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