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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 11 and 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In which part of Bombay sit the wealthy houses?
(a) The Malabar hills.
(b) Thane.
(c) Walkeshwar.
(d) Maharashtra.

2. What has killed Pearson?
(a) Muskets.
(b) A volley gun.
(c) Pistols.
(d) A cannonball.

3. Who does Sharpe say is usually the winner in a military battle?
(a) The side that loads fastest.
(b) The side that fires accurately.
(c) The side that takes risks.
(d) The side that captures the other's flag.

4. What does lord William say Lapsus linguae mean?
(a) A Freudian slip.
(b) A loving act.
(c) A cricket shot.
(d) A slip of the tongue.

5. What does Lord William prefer to do after supper rather than play chess?
(a) Sleep.
(b) Read.
(c) Play backgammon.
(d) Smoke.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Chase hate having women aboard his ship?

2. Who calls the Baron a Buffoon?

3. What does Chase ask Collier to do in the hold?

4. What does Cromwell's wine taste like?

5. What does Lord William say officers should be?

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