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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 11 and Historical Note.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Sharpe do as he is fleeing the scene of the murder he committed?
(a) Checks to see that he is not being followed.
(b) Throws lit pieces of firewood at the wood buildings.
(c) Shoots into the air.
(d) Yells for the town guard.

2. What does Sharpe say that Gordon can order Sharpe to do?
(a) Resign his commission.
(b) Kill Lavisser.
(c) Return to England.
(d) Not speak openly about Sharpe's mission.

3. With what is Wellesley captivated?
(a) The mare in the stables.
(b) The sight of the gold.
(c) Madame Visser's beauty.
(d) The stallion in the stables.

4. Where is Sharpe headed at the opening to Chapter 8?
(a) To kill Skovaard.
(b) Lavisser's family property.
(c) To find Astrid.
(d) To kidnap the Crown Prince.

5. What does Sharpe still want to do?
(a) Kill Bang.
(b) Quit the Army.
(c) Kill Barker.
(d) Talk the British out of bombing.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do the British do after launching exploding bombs?

2. Why is Chase not going on the mission?

3. Where does Sharpe accompany Astrid?

4. Who is in charge of the British troops according to a discussion between General Castenschiold and an aide?

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

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