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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Sharpe observe the French army?
(a) Through a pair of binoculars.
(b) By lying on a hill overlooking the road.
(c) Through his telescope.
(d) By wearing a French uniform.

2. Where is Sharpe placed in Chapter 6 after he is arrested?
(a) In the stockade.
(b) The dungeon at the governor's palace.
(c) He's under house arrest.
(d) A holding room.

3. To what does Hogan compare the situation with Sharpe?
(a) A discharge of judgment.
(b) A matter of fate.
(c) A torno.
(d) A stupid mistake.

4. What will happen to the Marques' fortune?
(a) It will go to the church.
(b) Helene will get it.
(c) Ducos will get it.
(d) The Marques brother will get it.

5. What does Angel so in reaction to his family's deaths?
(a) Aid the British whenver possible.
(b) Kill all Spaniards.
(c) Cry at night.
(d) Doesn't talk.

Short Answer Questions

1. How old was Angel when his family was killed?

2. About what does Helene boast to Ducos?

3. Who challenges Sharpe to a duel?

4. How does Ducos feel towards Helene?

5. What nationality is Helene Leroux's husband?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who is La Marquesa and what is her nationality?

2. Why is Angel helping Sharpe and what kind of weapon does he carry?

3. Why is el Matarife at an inn near the Convent of the Heavens and what does he do about Wellington's request?

4. What is d'Alembord doing to help Sharpe with his duel, what has he done in secret and how did Sharpe's last duel end?

5. What event happens concerning the Marque after his discussion with Father Hacha?

6. Who is assigned to defend Sharpe and what does he tell Sharpe?

7. How do Sharpe and Angel get past the ambush with La Marquesa?

8. Why can't Wellington execute Sharpe and what does Hogan tell Sharpe about his mission?

9. What does Sharpe do when he first arrives at the convent where Helene is being held?

10. What is Sharpe doing against the French in Chapter One?

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