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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What type of weapon does Bampfylde chose for his duel with Sharpe?
(a) Swords.
(b) Pistols.
(c) Rapiers.
(d) Knives.

2. How do Sharpe and Frederickson enter the Château Lassan?
(a) An upstairs balcony.
(b) Through the front door.
(c) The back door into the kitchen.
(d) The office window.

3. Why is a duel called "grass before breakfast?"
(a) Duels are never fought at night in mud.
(b) You throw a piece of grass to see how the wind blows before a duel.
(c) They are fought at dawn usually on a lawn.
(d) One person may end up six feet under the grass.

4. What do d'Alembord and Harper worry about concerning Jane?
(a) Sharpe's reaction.
(b) Jane being hurt.
(c) Sharpe killing Jane.
(d) Sharpe's money.

5. What kind of celebration does Henri have in Chapter 8?
(a) His fortieth birthday.
(b) Betrothal celebration.
(c) Entrance to the priesthood.
(d) The opening of his law firm.

Short Answer Questions

1. How do British authorities feel about the person who arranged the charges against Sharp and Frederickson?

2. What is ironic about Lucille turning down Frederickson's proposal?

3. How does d'Alembord feel when he takes his leave of Jane?

4. By what other designation is Henri's sister Lucille known?

5. How does Lucille feel about Frederickson's feelings for her?

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