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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The sentinels are as still as ________________.
(a) Death.
(b) Night.
(c) Statues.
(d) Sorrow.

2. Which of the following does the condemned man NOT visualize in his mind?
(a) Ripping off the noose.
(b) Diving into the water.
(c) Shooting the sergeant.
(d) Swimming away.

3. How many other men are on the platform with the man?
(a) 1.
(b) 4.
(c) 3.
(d) 7.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. The man in the noose stands at one end of the plank and __________________ stands at the other.

2. What do the privates do after moving away from the man?

3. The rope around the man's neck is attached to ______________________.

4. The condemned man thinks the loud sound is like _____________________.

5. What does the condemned man want to take off his body?

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