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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. What is the first thing Hornblower does when the Sutherland returns to the rendezvous point in Chapter 15?
(a) Meet with his crew.
(b) Have a celebratory dinner.
(c) Go to sleep.
(d) Fill out reports.

2. What coast does Hornblower sail along after passing the rendezvous point in Chapter 13?
(a) Catalan.
(b) Catillon.
(c) Spanish.
(d) French.

3. What does Leighton signal to the Sutherland during its attempt to rescue the Pluto?
(a) To call for backup.
(b) To stop.
(c) To have people jump overboard.
(d) To throw more rope.

4. What is unique about the French coast?
(a) Sailors don't have to use deep water.
(b) It's full of cities and fortresses.
(c) Sailors can't get close to the coast.
(d) It's too rocky to navigate.

5. Where does Hornblower see the large coaster in Chapter 12?
(a) A protected waterway.
(b) Docked on the French shore.
(c) Blocking the canal.
(d) Open sea.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Hornblower turn the Sutherland around after the attack on the Italian army?

2. Why is saving the Pluto difficult to do in Chapter 16?

3. Who throws a line out to the Pluto in Chapter 16?

4. What cuts Hornblower's visit with Leighton short in Chapter 15?

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

Short Essay Questions

1. During the storm in Chapter 15, what happens to the Pluto?

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

3. What does Colonel Juan Claros bring with him to help the English?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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