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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 3 through 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Sharpe notice as he is in the convent?
(a) Its structure and tactical points.
(b) The lack of religious artifacts.
(c) That it is barely standing.
(d) The fact that there are no nuns to be seen.

2. What does Nairn order Sharpe to do in Chapter 3?
(a) Find Hogan.
(b) Go to Andrados and scout the area.
(c) Go arrest or kill Hakeswill.
(d) Go home for his brother's funeral.

3. Why did the Peer choose Frenada as winter headquarters?
(a) It is near the French border.
(b) It is sheltered by the mountains.
(c) It has plenty of food for the troops.
(d) Has the best fox hunting in the area.

4. What does the person from question #14 say first to Sharpe?
(a) He tells him he is due for leave.
(b) He tells him about his family.
(c) He chews him out for an infraction.
(d) He praises his past performances.

5. Who is Lady Farthingdale in reality?
(a) A Spanish noblewoman.
(b) The wife of another lord.
(c) A prostitute.
(d) A French spy.

Short Answer Questions

1. What begins to arrive after Sharpe and his group have the hostages?

2. What does Sharpe and his group do before locating Lady Farthingdale?

3. Who will assist Sharpe in rescuing the women?

4. What nationality is General Nairn?

5. What is wrong physically with General Nairn at the beginning of the book?

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