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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What do the privates do after moving away from the man?
(a) Ride away.
(b) Pull away their planks.
(c) Wipe their brows.
(d) Stand in silence.

2. The remaining plank spans how many railroad ties?
(a) 3.
(b) 2.
(c) 4.
(d) 5.

3. Why is the man immobile?
(a) His neck is in a noose.
(b) He is playing a game.
(c) He is trying to hide.
(d) He is paralyzed.

4. What is the man's probable profession?
(a) Merchant.
(b) Soldier.
(c) Gambler.
(d) Planter.

5. What color eyes does the condemned man have?
(a) Green.
(b) Brown.
(c) Gray.
(d) Blue.

Short Answer Questions

1. The soldiers treat death with military etiquette and _______________.

2. Who is the author of AN OCCURRENCE AT OWL CREEK BRIDGE?

3. What does the condemned man want to do as the noise pounds in his head?

4. What is the source of the sound that the condemned man hears?

5. Where are the spectators located?

(see the answer key)

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