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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 3 and 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what state are Napoleon's troops at the beginning of this book?
(a) Dug in.
(b) Firm and steady.
(c) Unbalanced.
(d) Scattered.

2. What does the Commodore decide will be the British's method of attack on his fort?
(a) By sea.
(b) By land.
(c) By sea and by land.
(d) He decides he's not important enough to attack.

3. Who is leading the British forces at the beginning of this novel?
(a) Smith.
(b) Harbringer.
(c) Wellington.
(d) Forthoer.

4. Why do the British troops stop at the river?
(a) The French are too strong on the other side of the river.
(b) To water the horses.
(c) To fill their water barrels.
(d) It is a natural barrier.

5. What will Sharpe do while Teste de Buch is being assaulted?
(a) Stay on the ship and move towards Paris.
(b) Stay out of sight as a back-up force.
(c) Proceed to Bordeaux.
(d) Return to the British lines, he was just a trick for spies.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Killick worried about Thuella?

2. With what is Jane ill when Sharpe leaves on his mission?

3. Why is the Commodore in charge of Teste de Buch concerned?

4. Why does Sharpe do as he is told?

5. What is Sharpe ordered to do?

(see the answer key)

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