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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Where are the spectators located?
(a) In a special soundproof room.
(b) In bleachers.
(c) In line at parade rest.
(d) Standing in the grass.

3. How does the condemned man view the system of execution?
(a) Cruel.
(b) Efficient.
(c) Unjust.
(d) Crude.

4. The sergeant salutes the captain and ____________________.
(a) Rides away on his horse.
(b) Orders the men to shoot.
(c) Blows a bugle.
(d) Moves to stand behind him.

5. What is the man doing with his hands?
(a) He is clapping.
(b) He is signalling for help.
(c) They are tied behind his back.
(d) He is waving to his friends.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is the man immobile?

2. How many other men are on the platform with the man?

3. How old is the man to be hanged?

4. The remaining plank spans how many railroad ties?

5. What is the man's probable profession?

(see the answer key)

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