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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 will the British be throwing bags of hay into the ditch at Ciudad Rodrigo?
(a) To build up a wall.
(b) To cushion the jumps of soldiers.
(c) To soak up the water.
(d) To soften the hay for the horses.

2. What does Hogan say Teresa is still doing?
(a) Prostitution.
(b) Guerrilla warfare.
(c) Running a bed and breakfast.
(d) Sewing military uniforms.

3. With whom has Sharpe begun a new romance in England?
(a) Sarah Worthington.
(b) Teresa Constantina.
(c) Victoria Standhope.
(d) Jane Gibbons.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What do Colonel Lawford and Sharpe discuss in Chapter 2?

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

3. Against what does Sharpe lead his men?

4. Why does Sharpe think he might not command his company at the next engagement?

5. Why are Sharpe and Harper happy about what their company will be doing in the siege of Ciudad Rodrigo?

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