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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What complicates the sniper's final shot?
(a) His hunger and fatigue.
(b) His confusion and fear.
(c) The glare and noise.
(d) The distance and his pain.

2. What bridge is near the sniper's position?
(a) Nine Arches.
(b) O'Connell.
(c) Lifford.
(d) Craigavon.

3. What is the first physical sensation the sniper feels in the place where he has been shot?
(a) Numbness, or absence.
(b) Overwhelming pain.
(c) A sharp shock.
(d) Warmth.

4. Where does the sniper get shot?
(a) In his arm.
(b) In his side.
(c) In his hand.
(d) In his leg.

5. How does the enemy sniper respond to the protagonist's ruse?
(a) He surrenders.
(b) He drops his rifle.
(c) He shoots.
(d) He yells something at the protagonist.

Short Answer Questions

1. The sniper's face is described as "ascetic" (96). What does this imply about the sniper?

2. What is the sniper eating?

3. What do the Free Staters want?

4. At what time of day does the story begin?

5. When he finally gets a clear shot at his enemy, what is the protagonist feeling?

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