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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The rope around the man's neck is attached to ______________________.
(a) A tree.
(b) A cross timber.
(c) A forklift.
(d) A scaffold.

2. Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the posted order?
(a) Trains.
(b) Bridges.
(c) Horses.
(d) Tunnels.

3. How old is the man to be hanged?
(a) 66.
(b) 35.
(c) 18.
(d) 25.

4. The remaining plank spans how many railroad ties?
(a) 5.
(b) 2.
(c) 4.
(d) 3.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What can be inferred about the story at the end of Part 2?

2. What is Peyton Farquhar's occupation?

3. What are Peyton and his wife doing when they are approached by someone?

4. How does the soldier say he knows about the order?

5. When does the soldier say he had last been at the Owl Creek Bridge?

(see the answer key)

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