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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does the Pluto go for repairs?
(a) Germany.
(b) Spain.
(c) France.
(d) England.

2. How does Leighton react to news of the face-off with the French in Chapter 18?
(a) He is scared.
(b) He is pleased.
(c) He is confused.
(d) He is angry.

3. In Chapter 17, who does Leighton decide to enter into a joint operation with?
(a) French revolutionaries.
(b) Spanish revolutionaries.
(c) Spanish loyalists.
(d) French loyalists.

4. What do the French do with Hornblower's clothing in Chapter 12?
(a) Steal it.
(b) Burn it.
(c) Throw it in the water.
(d) Rip it.

5. Which part of Hornblower's crew is the last to retreat in Chapter 18?
(a) The navy.
(b) Hornblower himself.
(c) The marines.
(d) The Spanish.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Hornblower capture the night after the attack on the French battery?

2. What is the first thing Hornblower does when the Sutherland returns to the rendezvous point in Chapter 15?

3. How do Hornblower and his volunteers reach the French coaster?

4. Why does Hornblower have his men shoot the baggage animals in Chapter 14?

5. Why does Leighton want Hornblower to lead his forces in Chapter 17?

Short Essay Questions

1. In Chapter 11, what are Hornblower's plans for the attack of the French?

2. Why does Leighton want to team up with the Spanish army in Chapter 17?

3. What happens when the French leave their strongpoint in Chapter 18?

4. Why doesn't the full Spanish army materialize in Chapter 18?

5. What do Hornblower's crew do once the people leave the French coaster?

6. In Chapter 13, why does Hornblower decide to pass the rendezvous point?

7. Why does Hornblower decide to attack using the canal in Chapter 12?

8. What happens when the Pluto comes close to the Spanish coast in Chapter 16?

9. In Chapter 15, how does Hornblower assess the ships in his squadron?

10. Why is Hornblower concerned about teaming up with the Spanish?

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