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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part One, Chapters 8 & 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What weapon do the French fire from across the river while Leroux is escaping?
(a) Cannons.
(b) Catapults.
(c) Arrows.
(d) Lit torches.

2. Why does Sharpe not shoot Leroux when he rides away?
(a) Windham is in the way.
(b) He is low on ammo.
(c) He is ordered not to.
(d) Helena distracts him.

3. What do the citizens of Salamanca fire during the first battle of the book?
(a) Rifles.
(b) Pistols.
(c) Muskets.
(d) Torched arrows.

4. Why does Sharpe think one of the British soldiers is a spy?
(a) The French knowing their plans.
(b) He feels it in his gut.
(c) The handwriting on Leroux's paper.
(d) The lack of warning about Leroux.

5. Why does Robin not notice when things are stolen off of his uniform?
(a) He is passed out drunk.
(b) He is too involved in his game.
(c) He has too many things on it.
(d) He is sleeping.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Sharpe say he wants as a prize of war?

2. Why does Sharpe hesitate to go to Helena's party?

3. Who calls Sharpe a disgrace at Helena's party?

4. What does Wellington tell Helena he will do if Marmont retreats?

5. Who shows Sharpe the secret doorway at Helena's house?

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