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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What temporarily interferes with his vision and stops the sniper from seeing the results of his shot?
(a) Tears.
(b) Rain.
(c) Sweat.
(d) Smoke.

2. In order to fool his enemy, what does the sniper lift over the parapet?
(a) His head.
(b) His jacket.
(c) His rifle.
(d) His hat.

3. Where is the enemy sniper located?
(a) In an armored car.
(b) On the same rooftop as the protagonist.
(c) In an alley next to the building the protagonist is on.
(d) On the rooftop across the street.

4. The narrator says that the sniper can hear the "dull panting" (96) of the enemy armored car. This is an example of which technique?
(a) Oxymoron.
(b) Personification.
(c) Simile.
(d) Onomatopoeia.

5. How are the sniper's eyes described?
(a) Cold and fanatical.
(b) Angry and eager.
(c) Intelligent and kind.
(d) Confused and frightened.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does the sniper get off of the rooftop?

2. How does the enemy sniper respond to the protagonist's ruse?

3. Why does the sniper decide that it is safe to move from the rooftop?

4. Why does the enemy sniper stand up and expose his position?

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

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