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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The sniper's face is described as "ascetic" (96). What does this imply about the sniper?
(a) He does not have the same ability to empathize as most people do.
(b) He is able to discipline himself and sacrifice for his beliefs.
(c) He is not fully aware of the damage that the war will do.
(d) He has conflicting emotions about the act of killing.

2. When he finally gets a clear shot at his enemy, what is the protagonist feeling?
(a) Anger.
(b) Fear.
(c) Sorrow.
(d) Eagerness.

3. What can readers infer about the sniper's revolver?
(a) It is not intended for long-distance shooting.
(b) It is almost empty of ammunition.
(c) It has fallen into a tricky spot.
(d) It is an unreliable weapon.

4. What is the sniper eating?
(a) Cookies.
(b) Cold stew.
(c) A sandwich.
(d) An apple.

5. Where is the enemy sniper located?
(a) In an armored car.
(b) In an alley next to the building the protagonist is on.
(c) On the rooftop across the street.
(d) On the same rooftop as the protagonist.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does the sniper get off of the rooftop?

2. What is the only description given of the old woman?

3. The narrator says that the sniper can hear the "dull panting" (96) of the enemy armored car. This is an example of which technique?

4. What is the source of the sniper's respect for his fallen enemy?

5. What finally changes the way that the sniper is feeling?

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