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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. Who is Ensign Matthews?
(a) A soldier who died at Ciudad Rodrigo.
(b) Sharpe's oldest son.
(c) A young officer who reports to Sharpe for duty.
(d) A sailor who stole Harper's belt.

2. What does Windham display in his tent?
(a) His medals.
(b) He writ of commission.
(c) His officer's sword.
(d) A portrait of his wife.

3. Where is Teresa's daughter staying?
(a) At a convent.
(b) At Teresa's mother's house.
(c) At her sister's house.
(d) At her uncle's house.

4. What do Hogan and Sharpe first discuss when they meet in Chapter 1?
(a) The impending assault of Ciudad Rodrigo.
(b) The new company commander.
(c) Hogan's marriage.
(d) Sharpe's romance.

5. What was Hakeswill charged with when he was young?
(a) Sexual assault.
(b) Stealing.
(c) Arson.
(d) Murder.

Short Answer Questions

1. What non-soldiers does the Army allow to travel with the baggage train?

2. What type of position does Sharpe's company assume?

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

4. Why is Sharpe worried about his status with his company?

5. What is Lawford's status in British society?

(see the answer key)

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