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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Three, Chapters 25 & 26.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What weapon do the French fire from across the river while Leroux is escaping?
(a) Catapults.
(b) Cannons.
(c) Lit torches.
(d) Arrows.

2. What makes Sharpe happy during battle?
(a) Killing others.
(b) Thinking about his wife at home.
(c) Thinking about Helena.
(d) Seeing his men do well.

3. What is Sharpe's main weapon in this book?
(a) Musket.
(b) Pistol.
(c) Rifle.
(d) Sword.

4. How does Sharpe get to the battle he is told not to join?
(a) He rides a cargo wagon.
(b) He runs.
(c) He rides a horse.
(d) He takes a boat.

5. Why does Sharpe say Wellington did not attack when Marmont was on the field?
(a) The position was wrong.
(b) He did not have enough forces.
(c) He was a fool.
(d) The French were too strong.

Short Answer Questions

1. What makes Arapiles a good site for a battle?

2. What does Sharpe admire about Leroux when they first meet?

3. Why does Sharpe ride around the French cavalry?

4. What is mounted on the balcony in the secret room at Helena's house?

5. How does Hogan feel when he sees Sharpe in Arapiles?

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