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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Baird in a foul mood the next morning?
(a) The Duke of Wellington upbraids him for a protocol error.
(b) His wife was mad at him.
(c) Hangover.
(d) The King wants Baird's army to return to India in two weeks.

2. What does Sharpe do after throwing the sand?
(a) Runs to the dunes.
(b) Flags the ship.
(c) Kills the snake.
(d) Opens the chest and retrieves his weapons.

3. What do Willsen and Lavisser have in common?
(a) They are both part Dane.
(b) They are both from the nobility.
(c) They are both part Russian.
(d) They are both third sons.

4. Who is initially shocked when Bang and Sharpe arrive at their destination?
(a) Skovaard.
(b) Astrid.
(c) Sharpe.
(d) Bang.

5. What nationality does Sharpe claim to be?
(a) German.
(b) Russian.
(c) American.
(d) English.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Willsen's main concern about where he and Lavisser are going?

2. Why does Lavisser suggest taking the service entrance?

3. What happens on Friday night in the slums where Sharpe is?

4. What does Sharpe do as he is fleeing the scene of the murder he committed?

5. What does Baird say that seems to momentarily shock Lavisser?

(see the answer key)

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