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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part One, Chapters 8 & 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Sharpe admire about Leroux when they first meet?
(a) His rifle.
(b) His jacket.
(c) His sword.
(d) His scars.

2. What is Sharpe's job in apprehending Leroux?
(a) Recognizing him.
(b) Getting the information from him.
(c) Killing him.
(d) Bringing him back alive.

3. Why does Sharpe say Wellington did not attack when Marmont was on the field?
(a) The French were too strong.
(b) He did not have enough forces.
(c) He was a fool.
(d) The position was wrong.

4. How do the French forts support each other?
(a) Artillery fire.
(b) Heavy stores of food.
(c) Communication flags.
(d) Large numbers.

5. To whom does Leroux report?
(a) Wellington.
(b) Waterloo.
(c) Napoleon.
(d) Wilkinson.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Sharpe not shoot Leroux when he rides away?

2. What do the citizens of Salamanca fire during the first battle of the book?

3. Under whose command does Wellington put Sharpe?

4. Where is Helena's husband?

5. How long has Sharpe been married when the book begins?

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