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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the month and year in which this book begins?
(a) February, 1819.
(b) September, 1814.
(c) March, 1814.
(d) May, 1815.

2. 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) In the lee of some stunted pine trees.
(d) Behind a large boulder.

3. What does Sharpe want Sargeant Harper to have of his in the event of his death?
(a) His uniform.
(b) His pocket watch.
(c) His horse.
(d) His weapons.

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

5. Why does Napoleon want to hide his treasure?
(a) He is angry at his wife.
(b) He wants to move to America.
(c) He fears he may lose the war.
(d) He thinks his officers are stealing from him.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Sharpe continue to wear his tattered uniform?

2. In what type of major assault do Nairn's troops participate?

3. What is the name of the Royal battleship that is in the harbor of St. Jean de Luz?

4. How does Jane feel about Sharpe's career?

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

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