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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What happens to Willy after he charges the Russians?
(a) He almost gets Flashman killed.
(b) He is killed.
(c) He is touted as a hero.
(d) He is wounded.

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

3. After Flashman lets Willy make the second command, what does Willy do?
(a) He gets off his horse and tries to leave the battle.
(b) He gallops away, back towards the shore.
(c) He gallops off towards the Russians.
(d) He freezes in fear at the Russian forces.

4. What surprises Flashman about the Russian peasants?
(a) That they are so smart.
(b) That they are so poor.
(c) That they are slaves.
(d) That they are so dirty.

5. What does Flashman insist about his reputation?
(a) That it's an exaggeration.
(b) That it is a fluke.
(c) That he earned it.
(d) That it's all lies.

6. What country are Britain and France fighting for in order to protect it?
(a) Turkey.
(b) Germany.
(c) Britain.
(d) France.

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 done a very good job.
(b) That he has shown great bravery.
(c) That he has failed, utterly and completely.
(d) That he needs a little work in some areas.

8. What regiment does Flashman "tactfully" suggest that he and Prince William be assigned to?
(a) The 11th Hussars.
(b) The 17th.
(c) The Board of Ordnance.
(d) Flashy suggested that they stay out of any combat.

9. How does Flashman describe the Battle of Alma from the start?
(a) "Blooy luncay."
(b) "Terrifying."
(c) "Exhilerating."
(d) "Well organized."

10. How is Prince Albert painted as a character?
(a) As a very good father.
(b) As an amazing war hero.
(c) As a spoiled royal.
(d) As a German-accented dandy.

11. To what do Raglan and Airey mistakenly attribute Flashman's tears to?
(a) Willy's death.
(b) His reputation possibly being ruined.
(c) His longing for his wife.
(d) His own terror during the battle.

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

13. Who does Flashman go to the pool hall with?
(a) Elspeth.
(b) Cutts.
(c) Speed.
(d) Lord Cardigan.

14. Where does Elspeth spend the night on the evening of the dance?
(a) Marjorie's.
(b) With Prince William.
(c) At her own home, with Flashy.
(d) Lord Cardigan's.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is in the locket that Willy has around his neck?

2. Where does Campbell believe that the main Russian advance will be directed?

3. What is Prince William's nickname?

4. Once Flashman gets to mainland Russia, where do they keep him?

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

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