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

2. How does the enemy sniper respond to the protagonist's ruse?
(a) He yells something at the protagonist.
(b) He shoots.
(c) He surrenders.
(d) He drops his rifle.

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

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

5. In order to fool his enemy, what does the sniper lift over the parapet?
(a) His hat.
(b) His jacket.
(c) His head.
(d) His rifle.

Short Answer Questions

1. The sniper's face is described as "ascetic" (96). What does this imply about the sniper?

2. Toward the end of the story, the sniper feels "remorse" (98). What is he feeling?

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

4. "His enemy had been hit" (98) is an example of what technique?

5. What is the risk that the sniper takes in order to check out his dead enemy's identity?

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