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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What word does Flashman search for as he lies on the ground waiting for Russian swords to pierce him?
(a) The Russian word for "surrender."
(b) The Russian word for "hello."
(c) The Russian word for "friend."
(d) The Russian word for "sorry."

2. What action does Flashman take to accomplish the task of making the sled go faster?
(a) He whips the horses until they run harder.
(b) He throws supplies, the sled cover and Valla overboard.
(c) He gets out and pushes the sled.
(d) He throws the supplies and the sled cover overboard.

3. How does Flashman find his journey through the Russian countryside?
(a) Quite exciting.
(b) Cold, but fun.
(c) He is homesick, but he is enjoys the journey.
(d) Depressing, dreary and frightening.

4. What country are Britain and France fighting for in order to protect it?
(a) Britain.
(b) Turkey.
(c) Germany.
(d) France.

5. Why is Elspeth delighted by the friendship/mentor-ship between Flashman and Prince William?
(a) Because it opens society's doors to her and Flashman.
(b) She isn't delighted; she doesn't like how close they have become.
(c) Because it gives her free time away from Flashman.
(d) Because she is secretly in love with Prince William.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does East give Valla to make sure she sleeps for the majority of the ride?

2. For a month after the war begins, what are Flashman and Prince William doing?

3. How well does Prince William perform his duties in the army?

4. What does every traveler have to show while traveling in Russia?

5. What does Flashman lie to Valla about?

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