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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the name of the Royal battleship that is in the harbor of St. Jean de Luz?
(a) Vengeance.
(b) Peril.
(c) Hearty Heart.
(d) British Pride.

2. What nationality is Harper?
(a) English.
(b) Irish.
(c) Scottish.
(d) American.

3. What does Sharpe believe about his incredible luck in battle?
(a) It is due to his skill.
(b) It is the result of his faith.
(c) It cam't last.
(d) It comes from the rabbit's foot he wore.

4. What does Jane believe would happen if Sharpe accepts his accolades?
(a) She would be popular in society.
(b) They would be rich.
(c) He would be knighted.
(d) She would be invited to the royal palace.

5. What happens to General Calvet during the assault on Toulouse?
(a) He is killed.
(b) He is wounded.
(c) He evades harm or capture.
(d) He is taken prisoner.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Fredrickson fumble to open his watch at the opening of the novel?

2. What does Jane want Sharpe to do at the beginning of the novel?

3. Why would the French army have to fight to defend France?

4. From where did Sharpe get his uniform pants?

5. What is the month and year in which this book begins?

(see the answer key)

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