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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Sharpe ask Wellesley about his status if he returns from the mission?
(a) If his conviction can be overturned.
(b) If he will be free to leave the army.
(c) If he can be made a sergeant.
(d) If he can marry Mary.

2. Under what circumstances may a British soldier strike a superior?
(a) None.
(b) When hit first.
(c) When the superior is issuing an illegal order.
(d) When caught in the act of rape.

3. Where does Rao and McCandless determine is a place where the British should not attack Tippoo's city?
(a) By the eastern gate.
(b) At the western wall.
(c) Through the main gates.
(d) At the tower on the north.

4. Who was Mary's dead husband?
(a) A sergeant in the English army.
(b) A rice farmer.
(c) A sergeant in the Indian army.
(d) An officer in the Indian army.

5. To what does Sharpe admit which adds to his credentials for the rescue job?
(a) Having been in a dungeon before.
(b) Knowing lock picking.
(c) Having knowledge of assassination techniques.
(d) Speaking the language.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Sharpe feel about Mary's suggestion?

2. What message did Sharpe want to give the British?

3. What happens when Sharpe encounters Hakeswill?

4. What are the British doing in the woods?

5. How many strokes did Sharpe get before the flogging was stopped?

(see the answer key)

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