View a FREE sample

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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 17, what worries Hornblower about the Spanish?
(a) That they won't win.
(b) That they will be too strong.
(c) That they will be undependable.
(d) That they won't accept help.

2. Why does Leighton accuse Hornblower of disloyalty in Chapter 17?
(a) For his turning down the leadership role.
(b) For his relationship with Barbara.
(c) For making fun of him.
(d) For doubting the mission.

3. In Chapter 18, who says: "Twarn't Horny's fault"?
(a) Longley.
(b) Polwheal.
(c) Leighton.
(d) Claros.

4. What does Hornblower decide to attack instead of the French shore?
(a) A castle.
(b) A series of merchant ships.
(c) A Spanish ship.
(d) A canal.

5. What gets burned in Chapter 11?
(a) A fortress.
(b) A ship-of-the-line.
(c) A battleship.
(d) A coaster.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many men does Hornblower take with him for the attack on Port Vendres, France?

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

3. In Chapter 11, how many prizes does Hornblower capture in a 24-hour period?

4. In Chapter 13, who are the Italians allied with?

5. What happens to Pluto during the storm in Chapter 15?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Hornblower lead the attack on the Italian army?

2. After attacking the French battery, what does Hornblower think of his crew?

3. What happens when Hornblower finally returns the Sutherland to the rendezvous point in Chapter 15?

4. Why is the Italian army heading to Spain?

5. Who is Villena?

6. How does Brown help to save the Pluto in Chapter 16?

7. Why does Hornblower's crew delay shooting the baggage animals in Chapter 14?

8. How does Leighton feel about saving the Pluto?

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

10. What happens to Hornblower when he retreats with Longley in Chapter 18?

(see the answer keys)

This section contains 600 words (approx. 2 pages at 300 words per page) View a FREE sample