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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Sharpe believe about his incredible luck in battle?
(a) It is the result of his faith.
(b) It cam't last.
(c) It comes from the rabbit's foot he wore.
(d) It is due to his skill.

2. What does Calvet suggest to Sharpe?
(a) That Napoleon can clear Sharpe's name.
(b) A joint operation.
(c) To wait for Calvet to bring out Ducos.
(d) That Sharpe return to London.

3. Why does Lucille draw a pistol on Sharpe and Frederickson?
(a) She thinks they're brigands.
(b) She thinks they are going to rape her.
(c) She thinks they killed Henri.
(d) She can't see them in the dark.

4. What main types of French people are wandering Bordeaux?
(a) French army officers.
(b) French Imperial Guard.
(c) Maimed soldiers, widows, orphans, and cast-off army-wives.
(d) Women and children.

5. What does Sharpe believe Jane is doing with his money?
(a) Buying him a surprise.
(b) Supporting her family.
(c) Trying a new investment.
(d) Spending it on a lover.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Lucille do when Frederickson proposes marriage?

2. What does Frederickson say to Lucille about Sharpe?

3. What is Sharpe's position with Nairn's company?

4. To where do Sharpe, Frederickson, and Harper return?

5. What does Jane want Sharpe to do at the beginning of the novel?

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