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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Twenty Six and Epilogue.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Father Hacha tell the Marques about the outcome of the duel?
(a) That Sharpe won.
(b) That Sharpe surrendered.
(c) That the general won.
(d) That it was a draw.

2. Why doesn't Wellington execute Sharpe?
(a) He needs Sharpe to fight the French.
(b) He doesn't beleive in the death penalty.
(c) He knows that he is innocent.
(d) He promised Sharpe's wife.

3. What does Hacha think about the death of the Marques?
(a) Sharpe had no reason to kill him.
(b) He deserved it.
(c) He was a Catholic so will go to heaven.
(d) It will save Spain.

4. In what capacity will Trumper-Jones work at Sharpe's trial?
(a) Trial recorder.
(b) Defending officer.
(c) Prosecuting officer.
(d) Judge.

5. About what treaty does La Marquesa tell Sharpe?
(a) Between Napoleon and the Spanish King.
(b) Between Napoleon and the King of Belgium.
(c) Between the King of Belgium and the King of Spain.
(d) Between Napoleon and the Prince of Orange.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what is Marshal Jourdan confident?

2. Who is Sharpe given to help him clear his name?

3. What does Angel spot as the group leaves La Marquesa's wagon?

4. Why does an English sergeant jerk on the prisoner's legs?

5. What does Hogan warn Sharpe about with the French?

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