Compare and contrast "Sharpe's Christmas" and "Sharpe's Ransom."

How does the religious aspect of Christmas affect these two stories?

Which of these two stories is your favorite and why?

Which of these two stories most embodies the values and meaning of Christmas? Support your answer using the text.

How did Sharpe give the French a Christmas gift in "Sharpe's Christmas" and why?

In "Sharpe's Ransom", why does Sharpe think he may return to England, and what convinces him to stay in Normandy?

Which French soldier or officer proves to be the worst enemy to Sharpe and why?