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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What nearby area of the city is under heavy fire?
(a) Drumcondra
(b) The Four Courts.
(c) Donnybrook
(d) Christchurch.

2. What does the sniper take a risk to do after he finishes eating?
(a) Talk to another soldier.
(b) Reload his gun.
(c) Sleep.
(d) Smoke.

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

4. The sniper takes a "draught" (96) of his drink. What is a "draught" in this context?
(a) A large swallow.
(b) A deep sniff.
(c) A British measure.
(d) A small sip.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What do the Free Staters want?

3. What bridge is near the sniper's position?

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

5. When he finally gets a clear shot at his enemy, what is the protagonist feeling?

(see the answer key)

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