Trafalgar Chapter 10

which of the following metaphors does the narrator use to describe the fear of the English fleet approaching

• docile monsters

• like barbarity as one egg is like another

• the blood

• the infernal idiots

which of the of the followings were some of the disadvantages the narrator pointed out for the Spanish-French fleet?

• the best ships were at the front

• The fleet was positioned downwind giving the enemy control over where specifically to attack

• the battle line did not break

• The Spanish-French fleet did not face any disadvantage

What did the spreading of sand on the decks symbolize?

• death

• patriotism

• love for the battle

• the coast of Cádiz

According to the text, why was the weather and wind conditions important in the battle?

• It favored the Spanish-French fleet.

• It favored the English fleet.

• It caused chaos in both fleets.

How do the sailors and soldiers aboard the Spanish ships feel before the battle?

• Confident and eager to face the enemy, believing that they will win the battle.

• Anxious and dissatisfied, with many of them showing signs of unease and uncertainty about the upcoming battle.

• Indifferent, paying little attention to the danger ahead.

• Excited and optimistic about their chances against the English fleet.

Based on the description in the chapter, what tactical plan did the English fleet use to approach the Spanish-French fleet?

• Formed two columns and advanced in a wedge formation to cut through the center.

• Formed a line and waited for the Spanish-French fleet to attack.

• Split into five smaller groups and surrounded the Spanish-French fleet.

Which one was your favorite activity?

• Conducting a quick research about the battle to answer questions

• Reading chapter 10 of Benito Pérez Galdós' book

• The creative writing activity

What is the name of the writer for "Trafalgar"

• Benito Pérez Galdós

• Gabriel Ramirez Pérez

• Eugenio Marín Fernández

• Rafael Alonso Pérez

Day at the beginning of the chapter

• December 20

• October 20

• October 24

• October 25

(a)   was the captain of the British fleet