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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through "The Sniper".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In his distress, what does the sniper do with his revolver?
(a) Aims it at his own head.
(b) Shoots wildly with no clear target.
(c) Shoots his enemy's body a second time.
(d) Throws it down onto the rooftop.

2. As a result of taking a risk in order to see his dead enemy's body, what happens to the sniper?
(a) Nothing: he gets away with it.
(b) He sets off a bomb.
(c) He is shot at.
(d) He has to kill another civilian.

3. What do the Republicans want?
(a) A united Ireland under Irish rule.
(b) A divided Ireland, one part ruled by Ireland, one part ruled by Britain.
(c) A united Ireland under British rule.
(d) A united Ireland under joint rule between the British and the Irish.

4. In order to fool his enemy, what does the sniper lift over the parapet?
(a) His hat.
(b) His jacket.
(c) His rifle.
(d) His head.

5. What does the sniper do when he realizes that the old woman is an informant?
(a) Shoots and kills her.
(b) Writes down her name to give to his field commander.
(c) Moves his position.
(d) Curses her.

Short Answer Questions

1. The sniper's face is described as "ascetic" (96). What does this imply about the sniper?

2. How does the reader know the sniper's age?

3. What is the source of the sniper's respect for his fallen enemy?

4. What causes the sniper to calm himself and get back to his job?

5. Where is the enemy sniper located?

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