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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 18 and Epilogue.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. On whom's ship is Sharpe called to plan his mission?
(a) Lincoln's.
(b) Bampfylde's.
(c) Wagner's.
(d) Strigthens'.

2. Who joins Sharpe near the river?
(a) Frederickson and his company.
(b) A company of infantry.
(c) Killick and his men.
(d) A company of marines.

3. Why are the French unable to use their howitzers and field guns during the storm?
(a) The gunpowder is wet.
(b) They can't see through the fog.
(c) It's too dangerous in lightning.
(d) The wind is too high.

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

5. What does Colonel Favier parlay with Sharpe about?
(a) Food and water.
(b) Leaving the fortress.
(c) Allowing the wounded medical care.
(d) Surrender.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is the attack Ducos presses technically illegal?

2. What do Sharpe's men do as they march towards the British front lines?

3. What does Sharpe and his men scavenge from the fort?

4. Why isn't Richard Sharpe's rank confirmed?

5. Why does Sharpe surrender?

(see the answer key)

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