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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 1, what does Flashman catch Lord Cardigan and his wife, Elspeth, doing?
(a) Having a picnic.
(b) Playing pool.
(c) Swimming.
(d) Riding.

2. What is the name of the high-priced, discreet establishment that Flashman takes Prince William to?
(a) The Four Seasons Hotel.
(b) Chelsea.
(c) Notting Hill.
(d) St. John's Wood.

3. Why is Flashman's wife mortified?
(a) Because he is a coward.
(b) Because he wasn't able to get into the Board of Ordnance.
(c) Because he wouldn't be wearing the proud pink and blue of the 11th Hussars.
(d) Because he is having an affair.

4. Who is the "fastest" galloper that Raglan sends to deliver a message to Lucan?
(a) Lew Nolan.
(b) Harry Flashman.
(c) Billy Russell.
(d) Lord Cardigan.

5. Why is Flashman worried about how well Prince William is performing his army duties?
(a) He doesn't really care; he's just happy to be able to go to high society parties.
(b) Because William's performance is only average, and Flashman doesn't want him to go to battle before he is ready.
(c) Because when William does poorly, it reflects poorly on Flashman.
(d) Because he is doing so well that Flashman is afraid they will be assigned to action.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the Commander-in-Chief of the Army?

2. In the second message, how does Raglan order Lucan to behave?

3. What does Lord Raglan conclude after reviewing Flashman's file?

4. Who is Billy Russell?

5. Why doesn't Flashman take part in the siege operations?

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