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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 1, 2, 3, and 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. On what type of terms did Teresa and Sharpe part?
(a) Indifferent.
(b) Friendly.
(c) Madly in love.
(d) Acrimonious.

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

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

5. Where are the French guns located by the breach?
(a) They are turned in the opposite direction.
(b) To the left side.
(c) Right in the middle of it.
(d) Near the ends of the breach.

Short Answer Questions

1. How do Sharpe and Lawford feel about their individual strengths?

2. How was the breach in the wall of Ciudad Rodrigo caused?

3. What do Hogan and Sharpe first discuss when they meet in Chapter 1?

4. How does Lawford appear when Sharpe comes upon him while going into the city?

5. How does Sharpe pass his time in Spain in Chapter 1?

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