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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 18 and Historical Note.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Sharpe tell his men they can get drunk that night?
(a) The ale in the Spanish taverns is free for soldiers.
(b) His men haven't had off time for a while.
(c) He wants to get drunk also.
(d) He thinks they will all be killed the next day.

2. Why has Louisa joined Sharpe's group?
(a) To have an adventure.
(b) She is looking for a husband.
(c) She is tired of reading the Bible all the time.
(d) To get away from her uncle and aunt.

3. What does Vivar say he will do if Sharpe does not agree to his plan?
(a) Charge Sharpe with treason.
(b) Attack with or without Sharpe.
(c) Have Sharpe given to the French.
(d) Have Harper take command.

4. What do Sharpe and Harper discuss?
(a) That Harper wants to remain a sergeant permanently.
(b) Whether they should help Vivar.
(c) Whether some of the riflemen should be sent to Lisbon immediately.
(d) Whether Harper will become a sergeant.

5. Why does Louisa invite herself to dinner?
(a) To stay away from the troops for safety.
(b) She wants some decent food.
(c) She is curious about the strongbox.
(d) She wants to meet Vivar's father.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many men does Sharpe see outside the city?

2. What does Sharpe find out the night after the battle with the French?

3. Who kills the Count?

4. How many French soldiers does Harper kill inside the chapel?

5. What does the French negotiator think Sharpe is trying to do?

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