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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, and 27.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Sharpe realize about Rymer in Chapter 8?
(a) He is ignorant about war.
(b) He will replace Sharpe as company commander.
(c) He is an experienced veteran.
(d) He is well trained.

2. What do the men in the ditch shout as they join Sharpe in the assault?
(a) His name.
(b) Badajoz.
(c) The queen's name.
(d) Napoleon's name.

3. What are the British soldiers doing in Ciudad Rodrigo after they enter it?
(a) Taking French prisoners.
(b) Noting.
(c) Pillaging it.
(d) Burning it.

4. What does Hakeswill do when Teresa enters the stables?
(a) Talks to her in a lewd manner.
(b) Corners her with his bayonet.
(c) Watches her from the shadows.
(d) Leaves.

5. What causes the first assault wave to falter in Chapter 24?
(a) Heavy rain coming down.
(b) The French cavalry.
(c) The breach being filled by the French.
(d) The huge number of casualties.

Short Answer Questions

1. What type of action is Knowles leading?

2. How do the assembled men feel about Harper's punishment?

3. Who is selected for the assault on the dam?

4. What do Teresa and Sharpe talk about on the way to Badajoz?

5. What does Windham give Harper?

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