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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 1, 2, 3, and 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What happens in Ciudad Rodrigo when the breach is carried?
(a) Surrender.
(b) Silence.
(c) Dancing.
(d) Rioting.

2. How does Sharpe pass his time in Spain in Chapter 1?
(a) Guarding the baggage train.
(b) Gambling.
(c) Getting married.
(d) Thinking about his past.

3. What is Lawford's status in British society?
(a) He is wealthy and aristocratic.
(b) He is an ex-criminal.
(c) He came from a farming family.
(d) He is a commoner.

4. What nationality is Harper?
(a) Irish.
(b) Spanish.
(c) British.
(d) Scottish.

5. What type of position does Sharpe's company assume?
(a) Reserve on the hill.
(b) On the scaling ladders.
(c) Screening.
(d) Forward behind the forlorn hope.

Short Answer Questions

1. What type of ammo are the French firing at the breach?

2. What do Hogan and Sharpe first discuss when they meet in Chapter 1?

3. How do Sharpe and Lawford feel about their individual strengths?

4. What does Hogan say Teresa is still doing?

5. Why are Sharpe and Harper happy about what their company will be doing in the siege of Ciudad Rodrigo?

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