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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many sentinels stand guard over the men on the platform?
(a) 4.
(b) 2.
(c) 6.
(d) 3.

2. What is the man standing on?
(a) Ship's plank.
(b) Ground.
(c) Stirrups.
(d) Slack boards.

3. What does the condemned man NOT wear?
(a) A tie.
(b) Shoes.
(c) A hat.
(d) A hood.

4. Which of the following is NOT a natural question to ask after reading Part 2?
(a) What was Peyton wearing?
(b) Was the visit to Peyton's house a random one?
(c) Was Peyton being watched?
(d) Was Peyton targeted by the enemy?

5. What is aroused in Peyton at the end of Part 2?
(a) His curiosity.
(b) His anger.
(c) His passions.
(d) His love.

Short Answer Questions

1. What time of day does the soldier return to the Farquhar house?

2. What does the condemned man focus on in the water below?

3. What does the condemned man note about the driftwood in the water below?

4. How old is the man to be hanged?

5. How did Peyton feel about not being allowed to enlist in the army?

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