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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Sharpe's Christmas p. 46-55.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Sharpe command?
(a) A battalion of redcoats.
(b) A company of reservists.
(c) A squad of specialized sharpshooters.
(d) No one at the moment.

2. Why does Sharpe think it cruel to fire at the unprotected French soldiers?
(a) They have few weapons.
(b) They are trying to protect the women and children.
(c) They are so very young.
(d) They look like they are starving.

3. What does Hagman deliver?
(a) A baby girl.
(b) A message from Picard.
(c) A bottle of wine from Picard.
(d) A newborn calf.

4. What does Sharpe hope to avoid this Christmas Eve?
(a) More killing.
(b) A parley.
(c) A rout.
(d) A retreat.

5. What does Gudin have to leave behind when a wagon breaks down?
(a) His dried flower collection.
(b) His books.
(c) His sword collection.
(d) His musical instruments.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Sharpe order Smith to do?

2. Who is the Peer's Chief of Intelligence?

3. Who shoots Nicholls?

4. What does Picard suggest they do when they hear gunfire?

5. Of what is Colonel Gudin's career full?

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