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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Where does Fredrickson lose an eye?
(a) At Teste de Buch.
(b) In Paris.
(c) At the battle of Waterloo.
(d) In a battle in Spain.

3. What are the fishermen in the waters beneath Sharpe heaving over their boats?
(a) Lines off of fishing poles.
(b) Fish nets.
(c) Red floats.
(d) Lobster pots.

4. Where does Fredrickson take shelter from the wind in the opening of the novel?
(a) Under a tall, broad oak tree.
(b) In a small lodge.
(c) Behind a large boulder.
(d) In the lee of some stunted pine trees.

5. How does Ducos plan to get even with Sharpe?
(a) Have him assassinated.
(b) Make it look as if he took Napoleon's treasure.
(c) Steal his fortune through his wife.
(d) Kidnap his wife.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Sharpe want Sargeant Harper to have of his in the event of his death?

2. What does Sharpe give Jane before she leaves for England?

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

4. How does Harper arrive at the dueling site?

5. What are the British getting ready to do at the beginning of this book?

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