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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After Flashman and Elspeth settle their row, what does Flashy forget to do?
(a) To forbid Elspeth to see Lord Cardigan again.
(b) To have dinner waiting on the table when he gets home.
(c) To wish her a good afternoon.
(d) To take a shower.

2. What has Flashman clearly been trying to avoid?
(a) Lord Raglan.
(b) An active role in the Crimean War.
(c) Lord Cardigan.
(d) A dull and pointelss life.

3. To what do Raglan and Airey mistakenly attribute Flashman's tears to?
(a) His own terror during the battle.
(b) Willy's death.
(c) His longing for his wife.
(d) His reputation possibly being ruined.

4. What is Flashman doing when he catches Elspeth and Lord Cardigan?
(a) He is at the dance, and he stops them from dancing.
(b) Hiding in the closet, waiting to have sex with Elspeth.
(c) Shopping.
(d) He is out riding.

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 he is doing so well that Flashman is afraid they will be assigned to action.
(c) Because when William does poorly, it reflects poorly on Flashman.
(d) Because William's performance is only average, and Flashman doesn't want him to go to battle before he is ready.

Short Answer Questions

1. How was the British medical provision fairing at the Battle of Alma?

2. Who does Prince William fall in love with?

3. Who is the "fastest" galloper that Raglan sends to deliver a message to Lucan?

4. What happens as Flashman attempts to flee the battle?

5. How does Flashman describe the Battle of Alma from the start?

(see the answer key)

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