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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Sharpe say will happen to anyone who breaks rank?
(a) They will be shot.
(b) They will be lashed.
(c) They will be sent home.
(d) They will be court marshalled.

2. What does Lieutenant Gibbons ask Sharpe to surrender to him?
(a) His gun.
(b) His horse.
(c) His sword.
(d) His medals.

3. What does Harper say to start the British charge?
(a) March.
(b) Forward.
(c) Charge.
(d) Victory.

4. With whom is Sharpe looking forward to spending the night in Chapter Twelve?
(a) Anna.
(b) Hogan.
(c) Harper.
(d) Josephina.

5. How is Gibbons related to Simmerson?
(a) His son-in-law.
(b) His son.
(c) His nephew.
(d) His cousin.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Simmerson claim Sharpe is responsible for their loss against the French?

2. With what does Sharpe promise Lennox he would replace the regiments lost colors?

3. What is Knowles' rank in the army?

4. What reason does Sharpe give the French officer for crossing the bridge?

5. The young woman's horse has problems with what?

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