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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Third Day, Chapters, 10 thru 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What stops the cavalry advance of the Prince of Orange?
(a) A line of pitch set on fire.
(b) Napoleon mastiff dogs which spook the horses.
(c) Large cannon fire.
(d) A French infantry square.

2. What does the bugle call the French to do?
(a) Attack on three sides.
(b) Flank the 95th infantry regiment and attack.
(c) Encircle the remaining British forces.
(d) Retreat.

3. How many more rivers does Napoleon have to cross before reaching Brussels?
(a) 1.
(b) None.
(c) 2.
(d) 3.

4. What does Lieutenant Simon Bloggett want of Sharpe?
(a) For Sharpe to see the Baron Rebecque.
(b) For Sharpe to ask for command of Bloggett's unit.
(c) For Sharpe to show him how to plan an offensive.
(d) Advice about women.

5. Why does Sharpe go over to Rossendale?
(a) To tell Rossendale he withdraws his challenge.
(b) To confront Rossendale.
(c) To help him as he is fighting three soldiers.
(d) To tell him orders from the Duke of Wellington.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who loses all the ground he has captured?

2. Why might Sharpe not come to the Duchess's home?

3. What does Sharpe do to Rossendale's sword?

4. How are the Brunswickers identified?

5. What is Lucille most afraid of as she says goodbye to Sharpe?

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