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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 happens in Ciudad Rodrigo when the breach is carried?
(a) Rioting.
(b) Silence.
(c) Dancing.
(d) Surrender.

2. For what does Sharpe ask permission?
(a) To lead the forlorn hope.
(b) To return to his company.
(c) To promote Harper.
(d) To command the reserve company.

3. What attacks the protecting fortress while another force attacks the dam in Chapter 18?
(a) No one attacks the fortress.
(b) A large diversionary force.
(c) Fifteen heavy cavalry.
(d) A squad of sappers.

4. How does the British mount an attack on the dam?
(a) Across the Rivillas Stream.
(b) Down the River Guadiana.
(c) From the hills on the east side.
(d) Through the flooded plain.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What has Sharpe been doing under Hogan's command?

2. What does Sharpe do when he gets to his old company?

3. Why was the Rivillas Stream dammed?

4. Where is Teresa's family's house located in Badajoz?

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

(see the answer key)

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