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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 does Lawford tell Sharpe about his assignment?
(a) He will lead the forlorn hope.
(b) He will command his company.
(c) He will be his aide-de-camp.
(d) He is being transferred to the baggage train.

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

3. Why are Sharpe and Harper happy about what their company will be doing in the siege of Ciudad Rodrigo?
(a) The company will be held in reserve.
(b) They won't be in the first assault wave.
(c) They will get to go first.
(d) They are taking the west wall, the lowest part of the wall.

4. What does Hakeswill do when Teresa enters the stables?
(a) Watches her from the shadows.
(b) Talks to her in a lewd manner.
(c) Leaves.
(d) Corners her with his bayonet.

5. What does Hogan think about the comparison between Ciudad Rodrigo and Badajoz?
(a) He doesn't compare the two.
(b) Badajoz will be about the same.
(c) Badajoz will be easier.
(d) Badajoz will be much worse.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where do Sharpe and Teresa eat dinner?

2. During the American Revolutionary War with whom did Leroy's father fight?

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

4. What is presumed about the British and taking Badajoz?

5. What would the capture of Badajoz do for the British?

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