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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Two, Chapters 10 & 11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Sharpe claims he is really to have an affair with _____________.
(a) A young dairy maid.
(b) A school teacher.
(c) A farmer's niece.
(d) A cobbler's daughter.

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

3. What makes Sharpe happy during battle?
(a) Killing others.
(b) Seeing his men do well.
(c) Thinking about his wife at home.
(d) Thinking about Helena.

4. What does Sharpe say he wants as a prize of war?
(a) A ship.
(b) A home in France.
(c) Helena.
(d) A promotion.

5. Why does Sharpe say Wellington did not attack when Marmont was on the field?
(a) He did not have enough forces.
(b) He was a fool.
(c) The position was wrong.
(d) The French were too strong.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the Klingenthol?

2. What do the citizens of Salamanca fire during the first battle of the book?

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

4. Who orders the people to stop firing in the first battle of the book?

5. What does Sharpe admire about Leroux when they first meet?

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