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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. Once the French-occupied strongpoint can be seen, what does Hornblower decide to do?
(a) Divide into two groups to surround it.
(b) March straight into it.
(c) Wait to progress.
(d) Shoot from a distance.

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

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

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What occupation does Villena resist?

2. How does Leighton react to news of the face-off with the French in Chapter 18?

3. What does Hornblower have Major Laird lead in Chapter 18?

4. Why does Villena say his horse died?

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

Short Essay Questions

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

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

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

4. How does the Italian army react when the Sutherland comes alongside them?

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

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

7. Why is the Italian army heading to Spain?

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

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

10. Why is Hornblower able to take over the French coaster so easily?

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