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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Sharpe fighting in India?
(a) The British have just invaded India.
(b) The Indians have killed a British Duke.
(c) To break resistance to British rule.
(d) The British are trying to take Pakistan.

2. What does Hakeswill do to Sharpe's musket?
(a) Cut the strap almost all the way through.
(b) Bend the trigger.
(c) Replace the flint with an ordinary stone.
(d) Scratch the inside of the barrel to throw off the aim.

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

4. How long did the battle just over in Chapter 1 last?
(a) Half an hour.
(b) Four hours.
(c) All day.
(d) A few minutes.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Hakeswill do with the man who has money taped to his chest?

2. What do Sharpe and Mary talk about concerning the military?

3. For what is Hakeswill searching among the dead and dying troops?

4. How did the enemy officer die that Sharpe is searching?

5. Who would Sharpe ask permission to marry Mary if he wanted to do that?

(see the answer key)

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