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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. The sergeant salutes the captain and ____________________.

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

3. Who are the spectators for the execution?

4. The sentinels are as still as ________________.

5. What is the man wearing?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. What is noted about the man's position and posture?

3. What is unexpected about the condemned man's appearance?

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

5. Who does Peyton see coming to meet him and how does he respond?

6. How did Peyton characterize himself?

7. What is the condemned man's opinion on the execution method from his vantage point?

8. What is the unwritten rule guiding the soldiers in their demeanor at the execution?

9. What does Peyton want to know after the mention of the posted notice?

10. How does Peyton's walking take a more pleasant tone and where does he end up?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In the surprise twist ending of Part 2, the soldier in gray is identified to the reader as a Federal scout. Write a brief essay on how and why Peyton was chosen as a target for the Federal army. Be sure to include your opinion on whether this was a random event or whether Peyton had been singled out for specific reasons.

Essay Topic 2

Denial takes on an almost human persona in this story. What is this literary technique called? Cite examples that support this position.

Essay Topic 3

The author uses more than one iteration on the theme of living in denial. Identify at least two instances about denial in the story and then cite an examples to support your answers.

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