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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following is NOT a rank among the men on the platform with the man?
(a) Sergeant.
(b) Captain.
(c) Private.
(d) Colonel.

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

3. What is the man wearing?
(a) Overalls.
(b) Military uniform.
(c) A frockcoat.
(d) Night shirt.

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

5. What does the soldier pause to do?
(a) Tell a joke.
(b) Cough.
(c) Collect his thoughts.
(d) Drink the water.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did the soldier approach Peyton's house?

2. Who issued a notice that is posted at the Owl Creek Bridge?

3. Who stands with the spectators?

4. The method of execution in the story is __________________.

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

(see the answer key)

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