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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 17, 18, 19, and 20.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Hakeswill confiscate of Harper's?
(a) His seven-barrel gun.
(b) His rifle.
(c) His bayonet.
(d) His horse.

2. What does Windham realize as he watches the maneuvers at the dam?
(a) It is too wet for the charges to go off.
(b) The demolition team has botched its job.
(c) The dam will blow any minute.
(d) There are more defenders than thought.

3. What has been stolen of Windham's?
(a) His sword.
(b) His spare uniform.
(c) The portrait of his wife.
(d) His spare boots.

4. What worries Sharpe about Lawford?
(a) His son was killed in the battle.
(b) The he won't survive.
(c) That he is being transferred.
(d) He's missing in action.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. With what type of gun does Harper think Sharpe was shot?

2. What happens in Ciudad Rodrigo when the breach is carried?

3. What is the force going to the dam supposed to do?

4. Against what does Sharpe lead his men?

5. Who captures one of the bastions?

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