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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the soldier pause to do?

2. Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the posted order?

3. Who is mentioned in the posted order?

4. What does Peyton think about his opportunity to serve in the war?

5. What does the soldier say about the driftwood he saw?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explain the significance of the story's title. What did the author mean by calling the story AN OCCURRENCE AT OWL CREEK BRIDGE? Isn't that just a little but of an understatement? Cite an example to support your answer.

Essay Topic 2

The author uses some important instances of flashbacks in the story. Explain what a flashback is and cite at least two making sure to explain what makes each a flashback.

Essay Topic 3

Describe some of the settings for the story. What is the overall setting? Be sure to include geography, time period and any pertinent popular culture events. Why did Bierce choose to use these places in the story?

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