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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Jane want Sharpe to do at the beginning of the novel?
(a) Go to Africa.
(b) Return to England.
(c) Move to America.
(d) Transfer to the navy under her uncle.

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

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

4. Why does Sharpe continue to wear his tattered uniform?
(a) He left his other set at home.
(b) He is superstitious about it.
(c) He is sentimental about it.
(d) He can't afford another one.

5. At the beginning of the Prologue for what is Sharpe preparing?
(a) His wife having a baby.
(b) A battle with the French.
(c) His death.
(d) His brother's wedding.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Sharpe feel before his duel with Bampfylde?

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

3. What do Fredrickson's men call him in affection?

4. Where does Fredrickson take shelter from the wind in the opening of the novel?

5. With whom does Napoleon entrust his treasure?

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