Terry Pratchett's "Monstrous Regiment"

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1. The title of this book is taken from a 16th century tract by John Knox which encouraged women to join the army and fight for their country. True False

2. What forms the border between the warring countries of Borogravia and Zlobenia? A small town A mountain range A river A desert

3. The name Borogrovia is derived from one of Lewis Carroll's poems. True False

4. Which famous historical figure was Wazzer's character modeled on? Helen of Troy Joan of Arc Deborah Sampson Florence Nightingale

5. What was Lieutenant Blouse's horse named? Bucephalus Copenhagen Marengo Thalacephalos

6. Who was the only male member of the 'Monstrous Regiment'? Tonker Halter Carborundum Lieutenant Blouse Sergeant Jackrum

7. Maladict was a Black Ribboner – a member of the League of Temperance and hadn't touched a drop of human blood for the past two years. He had transferred his longing for blood to coffee instead. When he ran out of coffee, what did Shufti try to use as a substitute? Tea Acorns Pinecones Poppy seeds

8. What did the squad disguise themselves as in an attempt to enter Kneck Keep? Cooks Traders Peasant women Washerwomen

9. Sam Vimes makes an attempt to speak in the local language of Borogravia and ends up saying "I am a cherry pancake" instead of "I am a citizen of Borogravia". According to an urban legend, which U.S. president made a similar gaffe in Germany? Richard Nixon Ronald Reagan John F. Kennedy George Bush

10. Lieutenant Blouse hoped to become a hero and have either a form of clothing or some kind of dish named after him. His wish was fulfilled at the end of the book. What was named after him? A fingerless glove A peasant skirt A pair of socks A knitted scarf