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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following does NOT describe Peyton by nightfall?
(a) Famished.
(b) Footsore.
(c) Fatigued.
(d) Delirious.

2. Peyton comes from a highly respected family of __________________.
(a) Shipbuilders.
(b) Slave owners.
(c) Arms builders.
(d) Cotton merchants.

3. What does Peyton follow as he walks through the forest all day?
(a) The animal droppings.
(b) The sun.
(c) A woodsman's path.
(d) Tree markings.

4. The roadway soon feels as if it is covered with ______________.
(a) Ice.
(b) Gravel.
(c) Carpet.
(d) Sand.

5. Who is the author of AN OCCURRENCE AT OWL CREEK BRIDGE?
(a) Ambrose Bierce.
(b) Ambrose Pierce.
(c) Ambrose Pearson.
(d) Anthonio Bierce.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where are the sentinels standing guard?

2. What sense does Peyton have after he seems to wake up?

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

4. What can be inferred about the story at the end of Part 2?

5. What is Mrs. Farquhar's demeanor about getting the water?

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