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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the context in which it is used in "The Sniper," how is "draught" (96) pronounced?
(a) It rhymes with "raft."
(b) It rhymes with "rocked."
(c) It rhymes with "out."
(d) It rhymes with "taught."

2. Where does the sniper think that he might know his enemy from?
(a) He is beginning to suspect that the dead sniper is his brother.
(b) He thinks that they may have gone to school together.
(c) He thinks it is possible that they served together in the same unit of the army.
(d) He has suddenly realized that the man might be on the Republican side.

3. Once his enemy has died, the sniper begins to "gibber" (98). What is he doing?
(a) Clutch at his face and head.
(b) Weep.
(c) Speak rapid nonsense.
(d) Pace back and forth.

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

5. Why is the sniper eating?
(a) He was too excited to eat earlier.
(b) He has been too busy until now.
(c) Another soldier has just brought him food.
(d) He just remembered that he should.

Short Answer Questions

1. What causes the sniper to calm himself and get back to his job?

2. The description of the car "panting" (96) suggests what about the situation?

3. What does the sniper take a risk to do after he finishes eating?

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

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

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