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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part I.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does Fredrickson take shelter from the wind in the opening of the novel?
(a) In the lee of some stunted pine trees.
(b) Behind a large boulder.
(c) Under a tall, broad oak tree.
(d) In a small lodge.

2. With what does Sharpe patch his uniform pants?
(a) Brown homespun.
(b) Leather.
(c) White wool.
(d) Black tar paper.

3. Why do Nairn's forces voluntarily reposition themselves when fighting at Toulouse?
(a) To assault a central strong point in the line.
(b) To take down the Imperial Guard.
(c) To help in an organized retreat.
(d) To save Sharpe's forces.

4. What is Sharpe's position with Nairn's company?
(a) Military Strategy Adviser.
(b) Chief of Staff.
(c) Platoon Leader.
(d) Captain.

5. What is the month and year in which this book begins?
(a) September, 1814.
(b) February, 1819.
(c) May, 1815.
(d) March, 1814.

Short Answer Questions

1. At the beginning of the Prologue for what is Sharpe preparing?

2. How does Sharpe feel before his duel with Bampfylde?

3. What is the name of Sharpe's horse?

4. What are the fishermen in the waters beneath Sharpe heaving over their boats?

5. At what age does Sharpe join the military?

(see the answer key)

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