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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What do all the men on the platform have in common?
(a) They are all bald.
(b) They all have brown hair.
(c) They are all smoking cigars.
(d) They are from the Federal army.

3. In what state is the man located?
(a) Alabama.
(b) Georgia.
(c) Arizona.
(d) Arkansas.

4. What does the captain do after giving the signal to the sergeant?
(a) Salutes the troops.
(b) Shoots his pistol.
(c) Steps aside.
(d) Rides away.

5. The soldiers treat death with military etiquette and _______________.
(a) Eulogies.
(b) Speeches.
(c) Silence.
(d) Singing.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to the soldiers' ____________, death is to be honored.

2. During what war does the story take place?

3. When it is time for the execution, who moves away from the location first?

4. What is the man standing on?

5. How does the condemned man view the system of execution?

(see the answer key)

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