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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part One, Chapters 6 & 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Sharpe's main weapon in this book?
(a) Rifle.
(b) Sword.
(c) Musket.
(d) Pistol.

2. What does Spears encourage Sharpe to do?
(a) Tell Helena his fears.
(b) Woo Helena.
(c) Take the money offered to him.
(d) Run from the army.

3. What does Hogan do when he first meets with Sharpe?
(a) Tests his skills.
(b) Promotes his rank.
(c) Buys him wine.
(d) Asks about Leroux.

4. Where is Leroux from?
(a) England.
(b) France.
(c) Germany.
(d) Spain.

5. How do the French forts support each other?
(a) Artillery fire.
(b) Communication flags.
(c) Large numbers.
(d) Heavy stores of food.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Sharpe not shoot Leroux when he rides away?

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

3. What are Voltigeurs?

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

5. Where does El Mirador live?

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