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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Sharpe's Christmas p. 46-55.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Gudin offer?
(a) His parole.
(b) A compromise.
(c) A one-on-one duel to settle the affair.
(d) His surrender.

2. Who is sulking about his defeat?
(a) Nicholls.
(b) Harper.
(c) Picard.
(d) Caillou.

3. Who will cover the east road?
(a) The Hussians.
(b) The Spanish.
(c) The cavalry.
(d) No one.

4. Where is a French garrison located?
(a) The Fort at Ochagavia.
(b) The Fort near Timcumpki.
(c) Isle de France.
(d) Somewhere north of Sharpe's men.

5. Picard thinks ____________ are on the slopes.
(a) The British.
(b) No forces.
(c) Partisans.
(d) The Spanish elite forces.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Gudin not think the Sharpe he is about to encounter is the same one he met in India?

2. What delays Gudin?

3. What are Sharpe and the other man trying to do?

4. What is wrong with Colonel Gudin's feet?

5. What does Gudin regret leaving in India?

(see the answer key)

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