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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through "The Sniper".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At the end of the story, the reader learns that the story has been taking place on the corner of what street?
(a) Christchurch.
(b) Lifford.
(c) Donnybrook.
(d) O'Connell.

2. How does the reader know the sniper's age?
(a) From the description of his eyes.
(b) From the description of the objects he has with him.
(c) From the report of his thoughts.
(d) From the description of his face.

3. What is the only description given of the old woman?
(a) Her dress looks like it is brand new.
(b) Her head is covered in an old shawl.
(c) She has a thin smile.
(d) She walks very slowly.

4. What do the Free Staters want?
(a) A united Ireland under Irish rule.
(b) A united Ireland under joint rule between the British and the Irish.
(c) A divided Ireland, one part ruled by Ireland, one part ruled by Britain.
(d) A united Ireland under British rule.

5. What does the sniper drop to the ground?
(a) His field glasses.
(b) His rifle.
(c) His revolver.
(d) His jacket.

Short Answer Questions

1. What causes the sniper to calm himself and get back to his job?

2. What temporarily interferes with his vision and stops the sniper from seeing the results of his shot?

3. The narrator says that the sniper can hear the "dull panting" (96) of the enemy armored car. This is an example of which technique?

4. What can readers infer about the sniper's revolver?

5. What nearby area of the city is under heavy fire?

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