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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Flashman's wife mortified?
(a) Because he wouldn't be wearing the proud pink and blue of the 11th Hussars.
(b) Because he is having an affair.
(c) Because he is a coward.
(d) Because he wasn't able to get into the Board of Ordnance.

2. How was the British medical provision fairing at the Battle of Alma?
(a) Better than the Russians.
(b) The French brought some very good physicians to the battle.
(c) Very good, British doctor's were the top of their field.
(d) There weren't any medical provisions.

3. After Flashman and Elspeth settle their row, what does Flashy forget to do?
(a) To wish her a good afternoon.
(b) To forbid Elspeth to see Lord Cardigan again.
(c) To have dinner waiting on the table when he gets home.
(d) To take a shower.

4. Why does Flashman regret that he might be exchanged soon for a Russian POW?
(a) He doesn't want to be exchanged for someone who is higher in rank.
(b) The Russians' hospitality is so excellent, he doesn't want to leave.
(c) He doesn't want to be exchanged for someone who is lower in rank.
(d) He doesn't want to have to go back and fight in the war.

5. Who does Lucan tell Flashman he is to accompany in case there's need of a galloper?
(a) Lord Raglan.
(b) Himself.
(c) Lew Nolan.
(d) Lord Cardigan.

6. What does Willy do to annoy Flashman as they are leaving for war?
(a) He speaks about how exciting it is and are eager.
(b) He decides not to go.
(c) He cries, saying he will miss his favorite prostitute.
(d) He sleeps in that morning.

7. When Lord Raglan and Flashman are speaking about William after the battle, what does Raglan tell Flashman he has done?
(a) That he has failed, utterly and completely.
(b) That he needs a little work in some areas.
(c) That he has done a very good job.
(d) That he has shown great bravery.

8. At Marjorie's party in Chapter 2, what does Flashman stumble upon Elspeth and Lord Cardigan doing?
(a) Shopping together.
(b) Riding together on Lord Cardigan's horse.
(c) Dancing together.
(d) About to be intimate.

9. After finding out about Willy's fate, what does Raglan ask Flashman that seems inappropriate?
(a) "What will I tell the Queen?"
(b) He asks Flashman if he is okay.
(c) He doesn't say anything; just pours himself a cup of tea.
(d) He inquires after Willy's uniform.

10. How does Flashman meet Captain Count Nicholas Pavlovitch Ignatieff?
(a) They meet on the front line of the battle.
(b) He meets the Captain when the Captain beats a local registrar who insulted Flashman.
(c) They meet because that's who Flashman will be staying with in Russia.
(d) They meet while drinking at the local pub.

11. Who does Prince William fall in love with?
(a) Flashman.
(b) Marjorie.
(c) A blonde prostitute.
(d) Elspeth.

12. For a month after the war begins, what are Flashman and Prince William doing?
(a) Fighting at the front.
(b) Staff work and social engagements.
(c) Hiding from the action.
(d) Training to fight.

13. What is the name of the high-priced, discreet establishment that Flashman takes Prince William to?
(a) St. John's Wood.
(b) The Four Seasons Hotel.
(c) Notting Hill.
(d) Chelsea.

14. What word does Flashman search for as he lies on the ground waiting for Russian swords to pierce him?
(a) The Russian word for "hello."
(b) The Russian word for "surrender."
(c) The Russian word for "friend."
(d) The Russian word for "sorry."

15. Where is Campbell from?
(a) Ireland.
(b) England.
(c) Scotland.
(d) Wales.

Short Answer Questions

1. How well does Prince William perform his duties in the army?

2. What happens when Flashman finally is able to complete his first mission?

3. How close is the Russian charge before Campbell finally allows his troops to fire?

4. To what do Raglan and Airey mistakenly attribute Flashman's tears to?

5. In Chapter 1, what does Flashman catch Lord Cardigan and his wife, Elspeth, doing?

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