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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 5, 6, and 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How much effort is needed for the forlorn hope to reach the base of the breach?
(a) The French hit them with a sortie.
(b) Not much, it goes easily.
(c) Half of them are killed.
(d) It was difficult but there were no casualties.

2. What type of ammo are the French firing at the breach?
(a) Shot.
(b) Ball.
(c) Canister.
(d) Explosive.

3. What type of position does Sharpe's company assume?
(a) Reserve on the hill.
(b) Forward behind the forlorn hope.
(c) Screening.
(d) On the scaling ladders.

4. Where do Sharpe and Teresa eat dinner?
(a) At the tavern.
(b) In the barracks.
(c) A deserted house.
(d) At her townhouse.

5. Why does Sharpe think his future is doubtful?
(a) Half of his company was killed.
(b) He was not a part of the forlorn hope.
(c) Paperwork takes forever in the military.
(d) Lawford will have to be replaced.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Teresa's daughter's name?

2. What nationality is Harper?

3. Who is with Teresa in the tavern?

4. What non-soldiers does the Army allow to travel with the baggage train?

5. What relationship does Sharpe think about when with Teresa?

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