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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the soldier say that the Yanks have built at the Owl Creek Bridge?
(a) A stockade.
(b) A church.
(c) A gun depot.
(d) A train station.

2. What do the men in the infantry do while waiting for the execution?
(a) Close their eyes.
(b) Stare forward.
(c) Hum.
(d) Sit down.

3. Which of the following does NOT characterize Peyton's motivations?
(a) He longs to be of service.
(b) He wants to share in the glory of the cause.
(c) He always wanted to be a spy.
(d) He wants to do whatever he can for the South.

4. Who is with Peyton when he is approached by someone at his property?
(a) His brother.
(b) His son.
(c) No one.
(d) His wife.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the man standing on?

2. What is the man doing with his hands?

3. How many men guard the Owl Creek Bridge?

4. What does the soldier NOT do after he drinks his water?

5. What is the man wearing?

(see the answer key)

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