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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is chained in the courtyard where McCandless is standing?
(a) Ten Indian slaves.
(b) Two British officers.
(c) Four elephants.
(d) Six large tigers.

2. What does Sergeant Green tell Sharpe?
(a) He will do the flogging himself and go easy.
(b) He will appear the case.
(c) He will chose the smallest boys for the flogging.
(d) He will ensure Mary is safe.

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

4. What does Gudin suggest about McCandless to Tippoo?
(a) That McCandless wants to join Tippoo.
(b) That McCandless is a deserter.
(c) That McCandless was foraging for food.
(d) That McCandless is a spy.

5. What is Richard Sharpe's rank in Chapter 1?
(a) Corporal.
(b) Sergeant.
(c) Private.
(d) Captain.

Short Answer Questions

1. What type of weapon is Hakeswill carrying?

2. How many volleys do the British fire before charging Tippoo's troops?

3. Why does McCandless shoot his horse?

4. Why does Hakeswill leave Sharpe?

5. What has Tippoo ordered to be placed between the inner and outer city walls?

(see the answer key)

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