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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the situation in Bordeaux when the three friends arrive there?
(a) Dreary.
(b) Happy.
(c) Calm.
(d) Chaotic.

2. What company does Harper join in Chapter 1?
(a) The Royal Guards.
(b) Bampfylde's Marines.
(c) Frederickson's company.
(d) The Blue Coats.

3. Why does Fredrickson fumble to open his watch at the opening of the novel?
(a) He is sneezing.
(b) Sharpe is pushing on his arm.
(c) The watch latch is stuck.
(d) He is wearing gloves.

4. What color is Sharpe's uniform jacket?
(a) Faded green.
(b) Brown.
(c) Black.
(d) Bright Red.

5. Why does Frederickson leave Lucille's house?
(a) To return to London.
(b) To pursue Ducos.
(c) To find Harper.
(d) To face his court martial.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do Sharpe and Frederickson decide they should do about the charges against them?

2. What is Harper thinking about as they travel to Bordeaux?

3. What does Sharpe believe Jane is doing with his money?

4. What is the name of Sharpe's horse?

5. What fortress do Sharpe and Frederickson capture?

(see the answer key)

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