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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

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

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What complicates the sniper's final shot?

2. After he calms down, what does the sniper decide to do next?

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

4. Where does the sniper think that he might know his enemy from?

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

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