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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did the soldier approach Peyton's house?

2. What color is the uniform worn by the soldier?

3. How does the soldier say he knows about the order?

4. In what direction is the soldier headed when he rides past the Farquhar house again?

5. What is the soldier's appearance?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe some of the settings for the story. What is the overall setting? Be sure to include geography, time period and any pertinent popular culture events. Why did Bierce choose to use these places in the story?

Essay Topic 2

Explain the significance of the story's title. What did the author mean by calling the story AN OCCURRENCE AT OWL CREEK BRIDGE? Isn't that just a little but of an understatement? Cite an example to support your answer.

Essay Topic 3

The author uses several instances of foreshadowing in the story. Explain what foreshadowing is and cite at least two examples making sure to explain what makes each an instance of foreshadowing.

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