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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 protects the northern side of Badajoz?
(a) A heavy forest.
(b) A swamp.
(c) The River Guadiana and the Rivillas Stream.
(d) The Mediterranean Sea.

2. Where did Leroy move during the American Revolutionary War?
(a) Australia.
(b) Spain.
(c) Canada.
(d) France.

3. Why does Sharpe think he might not command his company at the next engagement?
(a) He is too badly wounded.
(b) He is only a lieutenant.
(c) He has angered the higher command.
(d) He is only a captain.

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

5. Where are six external fortresses placed in Badajoz?
(a) Around the center of the city.
(b) Around the city at strategic points.
(c) Near the western gates.
(d) Near the eastern edge.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why are Hakeswill's skin and eyes yellow?

2. How is Sharpe detailed during the attack on the bastions?

3. What has been stolen of Windham's?

4. Against whom does Sharpe swear vengeance?

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

(see the answer key)

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