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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Fourth Day, Chapters 17 thru 20, Epilogue.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How old is Napoleon's campaign in Belgium?
(a) Less than 48 hours.
(b) 10 hours.
(c) 24 hours.
(d) One week.

2. What forms the rear guard of the Duke of Wellington's army?
(a) The pikemen.
(b) The elite infantry.
(c) The horse artillery and cavalry.
(d) The sharpshooter brigade.

3. Why is the Prince of Orange excited?
(a) He just got a new warhorse.
(b) He expects a great victory against the French.
(c) He has just become betrothed and wants a victory to impress his fiance.
(d) He receives a letter from his father stating that he is receiving the title early to an estate he loves.

4. Why does La Haye Sainte fall?
(a) The German defenders are prematurely ordered to another defensive position.
(b) The French cavalry overrun it by a 10-1 force.
(c) The garrison goes up in flames.
(d) The German defenders run out of ammo.

5. Where is Napoleon Bonaparte as the Dragoons cross into Belgium?
(a) In Paris.
(b) In Russia.
(c) On Elba Island.
(d) About 10 miles south of the entry place.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where are the Hanoverians massacred?

2. What does Lord Rossendale say to the Life Guard officers?

3. How does the Duke of Wellington treat the Prince of Orange?

4. What is one group that is part of the Duke of Wellington's troops?

5. Who wears black bearskins?

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