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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 24 through 30 and Epilogue.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. For what does Sharpe plan to use the trench in front of the castle?
(a) To stop the French infantry long enough to kill them with an avalanche.
(b) To stop the French cavalry.
(c) To fill with burning oil.
(d) His rocket artillery.

2. By what other name besides Josephina is Lady Farthingdale known?
(a) Elizabeth Koven.
(b) La Lacosta.
(c) Lady Blythington.
(d) Madame Aphrodite.

3. Where has Sharpe seen Lady Farthingdale before?
(a) In Madrid.
(b) In Ireland.
(c) In London.
(d) In Lisbon.

4. How does Farthingdale feel about Sharpe's inability to bring back Lady Farthingdale?
(a) Indifferent.
(b) Vituperative of Sharpe's efforts.
(c) Sad but understanding.
(d) Hostile and angry.

5. What are the troops spotted doing?
(a) Converging on the convent.
(b) Reconnoitering the far side of the town.
(c) Coming over the mountain pass.
(d) Preparing to attack the castle.

Short Answer Questions

1. Of what is the army that captures Andrados in the Prologue comprised?

2. What do the French and British forces do from afar?

3. What does Farthingdale do when he comes outside?

4. Who summons Captain Sharpe in Chapter 1?

5. Where are the French packed into during their last attack?

(see the answer key)

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