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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Fourth Day, Chapters 17 thru 20, Epilogue.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does the Duke of Wellington hope will join his forces?
(a) The Dutch 42nd regiment of cavalry.
(b) The Dutch 42nd regiment of sharpshooters.
(c) The Prussian army under Prince Blucher.
(d) The English 42nd regiment of riflemen.

2. What does Simon Doggett do after the KGL infantry are killed?
(a) Shoots the Prince of Orange.
(b) Breaks down and sobs.
(c) Curses the Prince of Orange and leaves.
(d) Slaps the Prince of Orange.

3. What large complexes are near where the British wait?
(a) Farms.
(b) Convents.
(c) Industries.
(d) Monasteries.

4. Upon what does Rebecque give up?
(a) Getting the Prince of Orange to lead from a safe place.
(b) Getting the Prince of Orange to stay in the rear lines.
(c) Getting Sharpe to be more tactful.
(d) Getting Sharpe to wear a Dutch uniform.

5. Why is the Prince of Orange excited?
(a) He expects a great victory against the French.
(b) He receives a letter from his father stating that he is receiving the title early to an estate he loves.
(c) He has just become betrothed and wants a victory to impress his fiance.
(d) He just got a new warhorse.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the use for the cobbled road?

2. Who arrives to drive off the French skirmishers?

3. How does the Duke of Wellington consider his English cavalry?

4. What order does Sharpe refuse to take to Halkett?

5. With what does the battle start?

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