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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How can the condemned man's eyes be described?
(a) Frantic.
(b) Sleepy.
(c) Closed.
(d) Kindly.

2. How old is the man to be hanged?
(a) 18.
(b) 25.
(c) 66.
(d) 35.

3. Where are the spectators located?
(a) Standing in the grass.
(b) In a special soundproof room.
(c) In bleachers.
(d) In line at parade rest.

4. What does the condemned man NOT wear?
(a) A tie.
(b) A hat.
(c) Shoes.
(d) A hood.

5. Who are the spectators for the execution?
(a) A company of infantrymen.
(b) Some news reporters.
(c) Families of the victim.
(d) Some nosy local people.

Short Answer Questions

1. During what war does the story take place?

2. How does the condemned man view the system of execution?

3. Where are the sentinels standing guard?

4. What do the privates do after moving away from the man?

5. What is the source of the sound that the condemned man hears?

(see the answer key)

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