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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 11-12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As a prisoner of war, how is Flashman treated?
(a) He isn't taken as a prisoner of war.
(b) The Russians just pretend that he doesn't exist.
(c) Very poorly.
(d) Extremely well; almost like an honored guest.

2. Why does Flashman say that Lord Raglan is the worst kind of General imaginable?
(a) Because he is weak and cowardly.
(b) Because Lord Raglan just wants to go home.
(c) Because Lord Raglan blames Flashman for the Prince's death.
(d) Because he is brave, optimistic and ready to take on all the odds.

3. Where is Count Ignatieff eventually taking Flashman?
(a) To India.
(b) To England.
(c) To Crimea.
(d) Back to Starotosk.

4. When Flashman finally goes to his cell after witnessing the "demonstration", why does he feel relieved?
(a) Flashman is happy to get away from Count Ignatieff's evil eyes.
(b) Flashman just wants to get some sleep.
(c) Flashman is eager to plan his esacpe.
(d) Flashman is relieved he wasn't knouted.

5. How do Flashman and East discover Item 7?
(a) Count Pencherjevsky confides in Flashman.
(b) Valla tells Flashman when they are in bed together.
(c) Valla tells East when they are in bed together.
(d) By eavesdropping on a secret military meeting.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does the Count feel about Scud East?

2. Why is Flashman worried about how well Prince William is performing his army duties?

3. Where does the British government decide that Lord Raglan and his army must invade?

4. Who does Elspeth attend a dance with in May?

5. Where does Flashman say he will finally feel safe?

(see the answer key)

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