The Sniper Questions on Irish Civil War
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What details in the opening paragraph of "The Sniper" establish the atmosphere?
The opening paragraph of "The Sniper" creates a tense, ominous atmosphere by describing the twilight setting of Dublin during the Irish Civil War. Words like "twilight," "faded," "night," and...
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What is an example of onomatopoeia in "The Sniper"?
An example of onomatopoeia in "The Sniper" is the word "roared," used to describe the sound of guns, creating a vivid auditory image of a war zone. Other instances include "whiff," mimicking the...
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What social context in "The Sniper" influences the main character's actions?
The social context of “The Sniper” is the Irish Civil War, which took place over ten months from 1922 to 1923. This civil war immediately followed the Irish War of Independence, in which Ireland...
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Were you surprised when the sniper killed both the old woman and the soldier?
In "The Sniper," it is not surprising that the Republican sniper kills both the old woman and the soldier, as they are perceived threats during the Irish Civil War. The woman reveals his position,...
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What can you infer about the man in the armored car and the old woman in "The Sniper"?
The man in the armored car is inferred to be a Free Stater, cautious yet confident, as he moves slowly and leaves the car running for a quick escape but exposes himself through the turret. The old...