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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Historical Note.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why will it be difficult for Sharpe to do what he thinks he must do?
(a) The French are everywhere.
(b) The company needs to move on.
(c) It is not safe to carry a message to El Catolico.
(d) The Duke retreated behind friendly lines.

2. What sort of demonstration do Sharpe's men give?
(a) Their shooting abilities.
(b) None.
(c) Their sword fighting ability.
(d) Their ability to torture.

3. What does Cox agree for Sharpe to do?
(a) Sneak back to Moreno's village.
(b) Stay there until help arrives.
(c) Send a telegram to Wellington.
(d) Leave with the gold.

4. Why does Kearsey halt the group outside Casatejada?
(a) The French lie in wait to ambush anyone.
(b) They are waiting for the artillery to arrive.
(c) He has to sneak in and warn the town not to shoot.
(d) They need to rest before fighting.

5. About what does Sharpe ask at the telegraph office?
(a) If the lines are repaired yet.
(b) How much it costs to send a telegram.
(c) The way messages are sent.
(d) If the lines run all the way to Maderia.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why can't the French go around the Lines of Torres Vedras?

2. With what is Massena having problems?

3. Who is Ramon?

4. What does Sharpe risk in going back to look for the gold?

5. How does Kearsey fall off his horse?

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