View a FREE sample

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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When he finally gets a clear shot at his enemy, what is the protagonist feeling?
(a) Fear.
(b) Anger.
(c) Eagerness.
(d) Sorrow.

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

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

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. The name of the street gives the reader what important piece of information?

2. The sniper takes a "draught" (96) of his drink. What is a "draught" in this context?

3. What does the sniper do when he realizes that his enemy is dead?

4. What do the Free Staters want?

5. The description of the car "panting" (96) suggests what about the situation?

(see the answer key)

This section contains 294 words (approx. 1 page at 300 words per page) View a FREE sample