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All About Hornblower Trivia Quiz

Hornblower went from a literary figure to acclaim on the small and big screen.

A multiple-choice quiz by bigdaddypanda. Estimated time: 3 mins.

Author
bigdaddypanda

Time
3 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
243,586

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

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Average

Avg Score
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Question 1 of 10

1. Who was the author of the "Hornblower" series? Hint

Bernarnd Cornwell

L.M. Montgomery

Patrick O'Brian

C.S. Forester

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Question 2 of 10

2. In 1951, the movie version of Hornblower came out, "Captain Horatio Hornblower". Who played Hornblower? Hint

Cary Grant

Christopher Lee

Gregory Peck

Charlton Heston

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Question 3 of 10

3. 1998 saw Hornblower introduced to a new generation through an Emmy winning miniseries. What cable network aired these productions in America? Hint

A&E

The History Channel

TNT

Disney

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Question 4 of 10

4. Who starred in the mini-series version of Hornblower? Hint

Asthon Kutcher

Ioan Gruffudd

Colin Farrell

Jude Law

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Question 5 of 10

5. The first installment was called "The Even Chance" in the UK. What was its title in America? Hint

The Renown

The Fireships

The Duel

The Wrong War

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Question 6 of 10

6. The format of the "Hornblower" books was written in serial format because they first came out in magazines.

True

False

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Question 7 of 10

7. Chronologically, what was the first book in the "Hornblower" saga? Hint

Hornblower and the Hotspur

Hornblower's Temptation

Lieutenant Hornblower

Mr. Midshipman Hornblower

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Question 8 of 10

8. While his best friend early on, in the miniseries and novels, is Archie Kennedy, who becomes his best friend as well as second-in-command? Hint

Styles

Matthews

Bush

Wolfe

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Question 9 of 10

9. Hornblower marries Maria.

True

False

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Question 10 of 10

10. Hornblower first meets Pellew on board the "Renown".

True

False

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. Who was the author of the "Hornblower" series?

Answer: C.S. Forester

He also wrote "The African Queen". There are 11 books in the series. The first written was "Beat to Quarters" in 1937. O'Brian is known for the Captain Jack Aubrey series, Cornwell for the Sharpe series and Montgomery for the "Anne of Green Gables" series.

2. In 1951, the movie version of Hornblower came out, "Captain Horatio Hornblower". Who played Hornblower?

Answer: Gregory Peck

Christopher Lee (from "Lord of the Rings") played the Spanish captain while the others were not involved. The action has Hornblower and the crew of the "Lydia" sailing to Central America to stop Napoleon's influence in the Western Hemisphere.

3. 1998 saw Hornblower introduced to a new generation through an Emmy winning miniseries. What cable network aired these productions in America?

Answer: A&E

A&E aired the first four of the series in 1998-1999. There were a total of eight made. The production was of such high quality that they could have been released in theaters.

4. Who starred in the mini-series version of Hornblower?

Answer: Ioan Gruffudd

Gruffudd also starred in "Fantastic Four" as well as "King Arthur". He played Mr. Fantastic and Lancelot respectively.

5. The first installment was called "The Even Chance" in the UK. What was its title in America?

Answer: The Duel

"The Examination for Lieutenant" was named "The Fireships" in America while "The Wrong War" was the American name for "The Frogs and the Lobsters". Lobsters were a nickname given to British troops because of their red coats.

6. The format of the "Hornblower" books was written in serial format because they first came out in magazines.

Answer: True

Many magazines, such as "The Saturday Evening Post" published these stories monthly. As a result, those reading them in book form are treated to many crises that are resolved in the next chapter.

7. Chronologically, what was the first book in the "Hornblower" saga?

Answer: Mr. Midshipman Hornblower

In this story, Hornblower, at age 17, is assigned to the "Justinian". He encounters an older sailor who bullies all the midshipmen. After the bully cheats in the duel with Hornblower, he attacks Hornblower after Hornblower does not shoot him. The bully is killed in the attack.

8. While his best friend early on, in the miniseries and novels, is Archie Kennedy, who becomes his best friend as well as second-in-command?

Answer: Bush

Wolfe is the Irishman who works for the French while Matthews and Styles serve as crewmen. Jamie Bamber portrayed Kennedy and later starred as Apollo in "Battlestar Galactica". Bush was portrayed by Paul McGann who was the first choice for the lead in the "Sharpe" series, but after a broken leg the part was given to Sean Bean.

9. Hornblower marries Maria.

Answer: True

He feels a duty to her. However, he loves Lady Barbara, Wellington's sister. After Maria's death in childbirth, he does marry Lady Barbara. In the mini-series, Maria is played by Julia Sawalha, best known for her portrayal of Lydia in the BBC production of "Pride and Prejudice".

10. Hornblower first meets Pellew on board the "Renown".

Answer: False

After he is transferred from the "Justinian", he finds himself serving under then Captain Pellew on the "Indefatigable". Pellew becomes his mentor. He served under Captain Sawyer on the "Renown".

Source: Author bigdaddypanda

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