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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What causes the sniper to calm himself and get back to his job?
(a) He remembers the cause he is fighting for.
(b) He is nearly hit by his own bullet.
(c) He realizes that he needs medical attention.
(d) He sees that the sun is nearly up.

2. Why does the sniper not immediately fire on the enemy car?
(a) He is not sure which side the car belongs to, at first.
(b) There is a civilian in his line of fire.
(c) He does not have a weapon that will penetrate its armor.
(d) He does not want to give away his position.

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

4. What can readers infer about the sniper's revolver?
(a) It has fallen into a tricky spot.
(b) It is almost empty of ammunition.
(c) It is not intended for long-distance shooting.
(d) It is an unreliable weapon.

5. When the sniper turns over the body of his enemy, whom does he discover it to be?
(a) His own brother.
(b) His commander.
(c) A total stranger.
(d) His priest.

Short Answer Questions

1. As a result of taking a risk in order to see his dead enemy's body, what happens to the sniper?

2. After he is wounded, the sniper feels a "paroxysm" of pain. What kind of pain is he feeling?

3. What is the first physical sensation the sniper feels in the place where he has been shot?

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

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

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