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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the condemned man want to do as the noise pounds in his head?
(a) Shoot himself.
(b) Cry.
(c) Beg for mercy.
(d) Scream.

2. How can the condemned man's eyes be described?
(a) Kindly.
(b) Closed.
(c) Sleepy.
(d) Frantic.

3. The condemned man thinks the loud sound is like _____________________.
(a) A clanging bell.
(b) Thunder.
(c) Horses' hooves.
(d) A blacksmith's hammer.

4. Which of the following does NOT describe the condemned man?
(a) Common criminal.
(b) Accomplished.
(c) Good-looking.
(d) Wealthy.

5. How does the condemned man view the system of execution?
(a) Crude.
(b) Unjust.
(c) Efficient.
(d) Cruel.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is the man standing at the beginning of Part 1?

2. The rope around the man's neck is attached to ______________________.

3. What holds the critical plank in place?

4. What is the source of the sound that the condemned man hears?

5. The soldiers treat death with military etiquette and _______________.

(see the answer key)

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