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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part II (Chapters 8, 9, 10, and 11).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Lawford's status in British society?
(a) He is wealthy and aristocratic.
(b) He is an ex-criminal.
(c) He is a commoner.
(d) He came from a farming family.

2. What would the capture of Badajoz do for the British?
(a) Double the British supplies.
(b) Put them on a navigable river.
(c) Give them access to Paris.
(d) Open up the Spanish frontier.

3. Why is Sharpe worried about his status with his company?
(a) He has angered the men.
(b) He won't be allowed to retain command.
(c) Some of the men think he's a thief.
(d) He will be sent to another company as a captain.

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

5. Against whom does Sharpe swear vengeance?
(a) Major Billings.
(b) Sergeant Hakeswill.
(c) Captain Wainscot.
(d) Teresa's brother.

Short Answer Questions

1. Whose side of the war is Teresa helping?

2. What has stalled Sharpe's promotion?

3. What is Badajoz' size in relationship to Ciudad Rodrigo?

4. In Chapter 8, what begins to arrive for the battalion?

5. Where do Sharpe and Teresa eat dinner?

(see the answer key)

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