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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What river is near the sniper's position?
(a) The Corrib.
(b) The Thames.
(c) The Liffey.
(d) The Shannon.

2. How many people does the sniper kill before he can get a clear shot at the enemy sniper?
(a) 3.
(b) 0.
(c) 1.
(d) 2.

3. Once he is wounded, what makes it difficult for the sniper to achieve his goal?
(a) He no longer wants to kill anyone.
(b) He is suddenly afraid.
(c) He is dizzy from pain and loss of blood.
(d) He cannot shoot his rifle.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Once he is wounded, what is the sniper's first priority?

2. As a result of taking a risk in order to see his dead enemy's body, what happens to the sniper?

3. The conflicting descriptions of the sniper that make him sound both young and mature are an example of what technique?

4. After he calms down, what does the sniper decide to do next?

5. After he is wounded, the sniper feels a "paroxysm" of pain. What kind of pain is he feeling?

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