Symbolism, Setting, and Objects from Sharpe's Enemy: Richard Sharpe and the Defense of Portugal, Christmas 1812

Object Descriptions

This section provides a short description of all the major objects in the book. This can be printed out as a study guide for students, used as a "key" for leading a class discussion, or you can jump to the quiz/homework section to find worksheets that incorporate these descriptions into a variety of question formats.

Objects

The Pass of God - This is the name given to a mountain pass that forms the primary setting of the novel.

The Convent - This is built on the north side of the road leading through the Pass of God.

The Castle - This stands on the south side of the road leading through the Pass of God.

The Watchtower - This is built on a prominence to the south of Andrados and to the east of the castle.

Pot-au-Feu's Army - This is composed of deserters of all nationalities, but principally...
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