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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who stands with the spectators?
(a) The governor.
(b) A minister.
(c) The mayor.
(d) A lieutenant.

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

3. What does Peyton do while his wife is getting the water?
(a) Returns to the house.
(b) Invites him to dinner.
(c) Approaches the soldier.
(d) Pulls out his gun.

4. Where are the sentinels standing guard?
(a) In boats.
(b) In trees.
(c) The ends of the bridge.
(d) In nearby fields.

5. What does the condemned man want to take off his body?
(a) The blindfold.
(b) The noose.
(c) His coat.
(d) The hood.

Short Answer Questions

1. The remaining plank spans how many railroad ties?

2. What saying did Peyton believe in his heart?

3. Which of the following is NOT a natural question to ask after reading Part 2?

4. In what direction is the soldier headed when he rides past the Farquhar house again?

5. Who gets the water for the soldier?

(see the answer key)

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