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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. In what direction is the man looking?
(a) Down.
(b) Up.
(c) To the left.
(d) To the right.

3. What does the condemned man NOT wear?
(a) A hood.
(b) A hat.
(c) A tie.
(d) Shoes.

4. What does the condemned man want to take off his body?
(a) The noose.
(b) The hood.
(c) The blindfold.
(d) His coat.

5. Where are the sentinels standing guard?
(a) In nearby fields.
(b) In boats.
(c) In trees.
(d) The ends of the bridge.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do the man's clothes indicate about him?

2. What role do the sentinels have in the impending execution?

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

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

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

Short Essay Questions

1. What physical pain returns to Peyton as he walks on the road?

2. Describe the clarity of Peyton's senses when he surfaces.

3. Explain how the author almost tries to warn Peyton by the statement of "All's fair in love and war."

4. How does the second part of Part 3 begin and how can it be characterized?

5. Explain the second step in the execution.

6. What is the planter's name and where does he live?

7. What does the soldier tell Peyton about what the Yanks are doing?

8. What does the soldier tell Peyton about a notice that has been posted?

9. Describe the vortex in which Peyton finds himself after thinking he was safe from the Federal soldiers.

10. Who s present as spectators of the event and how do they conduct themselves?

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