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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many barrells does Harper's big gun have?
(a) Three.
(b) Seven.
(c) Five.
(d) Nine.

2. A telescope at the fort is aimed at _____________.
(a) A brothel.
(b) Helena's balcony.
(c) The military headquarters.
(d) The other fort.

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

4. How much more time does Leroux have to wait for his transportation when Sharpe arrives?
(a) 20 minutes.
(b) 10 minutes.
(c) 30 minutes.
(d) 40 minutes.

5. Where does this book take place?
(a) Salamanca.
(b) Barcelona.
(c) Madrid.
(d) Porto.

Short Answer Questions

1. What are Voltigeurs?

2. What is an intercepted message written on that Hogan holds?

3. What does Sharpe do during Helena's party?

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

5. Connelley allows men to _______________.

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Helena ask Spears about Sharpe, and how does he respond?

2. What is disappointing to Helena about the first battle she watches, and what does Spears tell her?

3. How was Leroux able to avoid detection from Sharpe and Harper during the battle?

4. How is Leroux able to escape from Sharpe at the college?

5. What is Helena's biggest fear?

6. What does Sharpe offer a reward for, and why is this so significant?

7. How does Sharpe spend his time after learning Helena's identity?

8. What does Sharpe say to Helena about Wellington's battle abilities?

9. What is Sharpe impressed by when he first meets Leroux?

10. Who wishes Sharpe luck before the assault on the forts, and what does Sharpe think about this?

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