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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Willsen know the name of the young Captain who speaks to him, though they haven't met?
(a) The man is speaking Danish.
(b) The man is speaking Spanish.
(c) The man is speaking Italian.
(d) The man is speaking Russian.

2. Why does Sharpe stay in the wagon as it starts moving?
(a) He can hear the cavalry questioning the driver.
(b) He is asleep.
(c) It is headed towards Copenhagen.
(d) He is too tired to move.

3. What does Sharpe give the girl?
(a) A slap.
(b) Money.
(c) Advice.
(d) A slash across the face by accident.

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

5. Why is Willsen surprised to encounter Lavisser?
(a) Willsen thought Lavisser was still in America.
(b) The club is for English officers only.
(c) The club is for noble born officers only.
(d) Willsen is not expecting to see him for several more days.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Lavisser suggest taking the service entrance?

2. What does Sharpe realize about Lavisser?

3. What do the ships do as they approach the fort?

4. How does Sharpe get the chimney soot off him?

5. Who is one of the men who appears to be sneaking into Skovaard's home?

(see the answer key)

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