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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 19 and 20.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What signal does the French brig raise on its flags?
(a) MV.
(b) NO.
(c) PL.
(d) TW.

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

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

5. Where does Hornblower hang the French tri-colored flag at the end of Chapter 20?
(a) Off the back of the boat.
(b) Over the side of the boat.
(c) On the front of the boat.
(d) From the mainmast.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Leighton describe Hornblower's estimate of Italian casualties?

2. Why do criminals join the Royal Navy?

3. While attacking the first ship in Chapter 20, what part does Hornblower strike first?

4. How many guns are on each French two-decker in Chapter 20?

5. How does Leighton feel about Hornblower's actions against the Italian army?

(see the answer key)

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