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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Who does Elspeth attend a dance with in May?
(a) Flashy.
(b) Lord Cardigan.
(c) Prince William.
(d) Marjorie.

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

4. What is Flashman doing when he catches Elspeth and Lord Cardigan?
(a) Shopping.
(b) He is at the dance, and he stops them from dancing.
(c) Hiding in the closet, waiting to have sex with Elspeth.
(d) He is out riding.

5. 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 failed, utterly and completely.
(c) That he needs a little work in some areas.
(d) That he has shown great bravery.

6. Who is the "fastest" galloper that Raglan sends to deliver a message to Lucan?
(a) Lord Cardigan.
(b) Billy Russell.
(c) Harry Flashman.
(d) Lew Nolan.

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

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

9. What is in the locket that Willy has around his neck?
(a) A picture of Elspeth.
(b) A picture of his favorite prostitute.
(c) A picture of the Queen.
(d) A lock of hair.

10. How is Lord Raglan finally "stung" into action?
(a) When Lew Nolan tells him to get moving.
(b) When he gets stung by a bee and accidently charges.
(c) When Flashman reminds him that Wellington never loses a gun.
(d) When Luncan finally follows his orders.

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

12. What does Lord Raglan chide Flashman for?
(a) Being too nice to Prince William.
(b) Being too strict a teacher on Prince William.
(c) Being lazy.
(d) Letting his wife run around with Lord Cardigan.

13. Why does Prince William surprise Flashman?
(a) Because he is very good at his job.
(b) Because he is a spoiled brat.
(c) Because he is gay.
(d) Because he is very obsessed with sex.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What is the name of the high-priced, discreet establishment that Flashman takes Prince William to?

3. For a month after the war begins, what are Flashman and Prince William doing?

4. What language does Flashman use to communicate with the Russians?

5. What does Willy do to annoy Flashman as they are leaving for war?

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