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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What does Sharpe receive from his financial agent as he is on the way to Bordeaux?
(a) A package.
(b) A cable.
(c) A telegram.
(d) A letter.

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

4. What is Sharpe's and Frederickson's status after being detained?
(a) Release after an inquiry.
(b) Arrested and tried.
(c) Put into chains.
(d) Confined but not arrested.

5. What are the British getting ready to do at the beginning of this book?
(a) Accept terms from Spain.
(b) Invade Toulouse.
(c) Surround Paris.
(d) Invade the African coast.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is Sharpe ordered to go after the Battle of Toulouse?

2. What does Napoleon do right before the Battle of Toulouse?

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

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

5. Why does Fredrickson fumble to open his watch at the opening of the novel?

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