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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Sharpe have to prove to win his court-martial case?
(a) That a captain and an ensign are lying.
(b) That Hakeswill shot at him.
(c) That Hakeswill hit him first.
(d) That Hakeswill was committing a capitol crime.

2. Why does Sharpe take control of the mission?
(a) Lawford is supposed to be an officer.
(b) Sharpe is better at this type of mission.
(c) Lawford is supposed to be timid.
(d) Lawford doesn't know the language.

3. What type of weapon is Hakeswill carrying?
(a) A halberd.
(b) A musket and bayonet.
(c) A sword.
(d) A knife and a pistol.

4. How many times has Sharpe seen action?
(a) Five times.
(b) Twice.
(c) Three times.
(d) Once.

5. 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 marry Mary.
(d) If he can be made a sergeant.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Sharpe talk about with another soldier in Chapter 1?

2. Under what circumstances may a British soldier strike a superior?

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

4. What is chained in the courtyard where McCandless is standing?

5. Why is Sharpe fighting in India?

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