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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the source of the sniper's respect for his fallen enemy?
(a) He is a fellow Irishman.
(b) His religious respect for life.
(c) He can tell that his enemy was also a soldier.
(d) The man was a good shot.

2. After he is wounded, the sniper feels a "paroxysm" of pain. What kind of pain is he feeling?
(a) Gradually easing.
(b) Sudden and violent.
(c) Mild but bothersome.
(d) Creeping and throbbing.

3. The name of the street gives the reader what important piece of information?
(a) That the sniper has been assigned to a pointless task.
(b) How close the sniper is to the heart of the battle.
(c) That the sniper has mistakenly positioned himself in enemy territory.
(d) How close the sniper is to his own home.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. At what time of day does the story begin?

2. How many people does the sniper kill before he can get a clear shot at the enemy sniper?

3. Who wrote "The Sniper"?

4. In his distress, what does the sniper do with his revolver?

5. In what city does "The Sniper" take place?

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