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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Sharpe's Christmas p. 31-38.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who has sent for Sharpe?
(a) Colonel Hogan.
(b) King George.
(c) His wife.
(d) Colonel Gudin.

2. What does the bugler do under Sharpe's orders?
(a) Signals a charge.
(b) Signals a retreat for the riflemen.
(c) Signals a flanking movement.
(d) Signals a surrender.

3. With whom is Richard Sharpe kneeling at the end of a field?
(a) Ensign Nicholls.
(b) Ensign Gudin.
(c) Colonel Hogan.
(d) Patrick Harper.

4. What does Cornwell say that characters sometimes do?
(a) Die when it seems unnecessary.
(b) Evolve into someone different.
(c) Take a life of their own.
(d) Live long, peaceful lives after intense fighting as young adults.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is one question Bernard Cornwell is often asked about Richard Sharpe?

2. Who is one of the first officers to spot Richard Sharpe's potential?

3. Who commands the piquet on the south road?

4. When does Sharpe estimate the French will arrive?

5. How long is it until Christmas?

(see the answer key)

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