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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why do Nairn's forces voluntarily reposition themselves when fighting at Toulouse?
(a) To take down the Imperial Guard.
(b) To assault a central strong point in the line.
(c) To help in an organized retreat.
(d) To save Sharpe's forces.

2. What is the name of the Royal battleship that is in the harbor of St. Jean de Luz?
(a) Vengeance.
(b) Peril.
(c) British Pride.
(d) Hearty Heart.

3. What is Toulouse?
(a) A French fort on the Seine River.
(b) The capital building of France.
(c) The residence of Napoleon.
(d) A fortified and garrisoned city.

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

5. At what age does Sharpe join the military?
(a) Eighteen.
(b) Seventeen.
(c) Fifteen.
(d) Sixteen.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why would the French army have to fight to defend France?

2. What type of boots does Sharpe wear with his uniform?

3. Why doesn't Jane want Sharpe to fight the duel at the beginning of the book?

4. How do Sharpe, Harper and Frederickson celebrate the event in question # 47?

5. What is the month and year in which this book begins?

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