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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. On the rooftop where the sniper is lying, there is a parapet. What is a parapet?
(a) A chimney.
(b) An enclosed opening to the floor below.
(c) A stairwell.
(d) A low wall at the edge of the roof.

3. After he calms down, what does the sniper decide to do next?
(a) Bandage his wound more carefully before he tries to move.
(b) Rest for a few minutes before he tries to move.
(c) Get off the rooftop and check on the identity of his enemy.
(d) Get off the rooftop and report to his commander.

4. How many people does the sniper kill before he can get a clear shot at the enemy sniper?
(a) 2.
(b) 0.
(c) 3.
(d) 1.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What does the sniper drop to the ground?

3. The narrator says that the sniper can hear the "dull panting" (96) of the enemy armored car. This is an example of which technique?

4. When the enemy sniper is "silhouetted" (98), what is true?

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

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