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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Sharpe's Christmas p. 21-31.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Sharpe have his men stationed fifty paces back from the frontier?
(a) The sun will not be in their eyes.
(b) They can take advantage of a bluff.
(c) The French have to march around them.
(d) The French cannot see them.

2. Who is Lucille Castineau?
(a) A woman Sharpe meets in "Sharpe's Revenge."
(b) A new character created for "Sharpe's Christmas."
(c) A woman Sharpe accidentally killed in "Sharpe's Revenge."
(d) A new character created in "Sharpe's Memories."

3. How long is it until Christmas?
(a) 2 weeks.
(b) 1 day.
(c) 7 days.
(d) 3 days.

4. Why is Picard pleased that his men are miserable?
(a) He likes to share his own misery.
(b) He thinks they need to be toughened up.
(c) He thinks they fight better that way.
(d) He will look good when he solves their problem.

5. What does Sharpe say is fitting for Christmas?
(a) It is cold and snowy.
(b) Mostly shepherds live in Irati.
(c) The war is winding down.
(d) The trees are covered in snow.

Short Answer Questions

1. What attack is the French army attempting to repel?

2. Who commands the piquet on the south road?

3. What happens when some Frenchmen kick over a barrel?

4. What does D'Alembord ask Sharpe about India?

5. Of what is Colonel Gudin's career full?

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