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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, and 27.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. For what does Matthews mistake Sharpe?
(a) The company commander.
(b) A common soldier.
(c) His former aide.
(d) The commander of the battalion.

3. How do the assembled men feel about Harper's punishment?
(a) Delighted.
(b) Indifferent.
(c) Sarcastic.
(d) Disgusted.

4. What are the British soldiers doing in Ciudad Rodrigo after they enter it?
(a) Taking French prisoners.
(b) Pillaging it.
(c) Burning it.
(d) Noting.

5. How was the breach in the wall of Ciudad Rodrigo caused?
(a) Cannon fire.
(b) Explosive charges laid on it.
(c) Battering ram.
(d) Sappers digging under it.

Short Answer Questions

1. What protects the northern side of Badajoz?

2. What do Sharpe and Harper do when they come into the stables?

3. What causes the first assault wave to falter in Chapter 24?

4. What do Teresa and Sharpe do after dinner?

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

(see the answer key)

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