The Sniper Story By Liam O’flaherty! Trivia Questions Quiz

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    Why did the sniper's eyes were deep and thoughtful?

    • He was used to seeing death
    • He was hungry
    • He was blind
    • He was in love
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Welcome to the Sniper Story by Liam O’Flaherty trivia quiz. If you have some time to read this book, one of the things that will stand out for you is how far determination can take you and how a small mistake could cost you. Take up this interesting and get to see just how much you remember about the sniper and his escapade. Have fun!

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  • 2. 

    What did the sniper eat on the rooftop?

    • Sandwich

    • Donut

    • Army rations

    • Hamburguer

    Correct Answer
    A. Sandwich
    Explanation
    The correct answer is sandwich. This can be inferred from the context of the question, which mentions that the sniper was on a rooftop. It is common for people to bring sandwiches as a quick and easy meal to eat in such situations.

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  • 3. 

    In what war did the conflict occur?

    • World war ||

    • Irish civil war

    • Vietnam war

    • World war |

    Correct Answer
    A. Irish civil war
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Irish civil war. The question asks about the war in which the conflict occurred, and out of the given options, the Irish civil war is the only one that fits. The other options are World War II, Vietnam War, and World War I, which are different wars and not related to the conflict mentioned in the question. Therefore, the Irish civil war is the correct answer.

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  • 4. 

    What is the biggest pleasure for Japanese people?

    • Forgive

    • Eat

    • Dance

    • Play videogames

    Correct Answer
    A. Forgive
    Explanation
    In Japanese culture, forgiveness is highly valued and considered a virtue. The act of forgiving brings a sense of peace and harmony, not only to the individual who forgives but also to the relationship or community involved. It is seen as a way to maintain social cohesion and promote empathy and understanding. Forgiveness allows for healing and moving forward, which can bring great pleasure and a sense of relief to Japanese people.

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  • 5. 

    In total, how many people does the sniper kill during the story?

    • One

    • Two

    • Three

    • Four

    Correct Answer
    A. Three
    Explanation
    The correct answer is three because throughout the story, the sniper kills three people. He first kills an enemy sniper on the opposing side. Then, he kills an old woman who was an informer for the enemy. Lastly, he tragically discovers that the enemy sniper he killed at the beginning was actually his own brother. Therefore, the sniper kills a total of three people during the story.

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  • 6. 

    What's the name of the aunt from the road game that they used to play?

    • Zilda

    • Zelda

    • Zentra

    Correct Answer
    A. Zelda
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Zelda. The question is asking for the name of the aunt from the road game that they used to play. Out of the given options, "Zelda" is the only name that matches the description.

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  • 7. 

    What did Barbara's host tell her about the Japanese language?

    • Hosts explained the Japanese language accomodate insults all the time

    • Hosts explained that Japanese language does not accomodate insults, only infinite degrees of apology

    • Hosts explained that Japanese language does not accomodate infinite degrees of apology

    Correct Answer
    A. Hosts explained that Japanese language does not accomodate insults, only infinite degrees of apology
    Explanation
    The host told Barbara that the Japanese language does not accommodate insults, but rather has infinite degrees of apology.

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  • 8. 

    What does the sniper do in order to kill the other?

    • He went to the other building and stabbed him

    • He showed his cap and then he seemed to be dead

    • He tells the other to show and then kills him

    • They organize a box battle the next day and who looses dies

    Correct Answer
    A. He showed his cap and then he seemed to be dead
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "He showed his cap and then he seemed to be dead." This answer suggests that the sniper used a deceptive tactic to make the other person believe that he was dead. By showing his cap, he tricked the other person into thinking that he had been killed, allowing him to ambush and kill them.

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  • 9. 

    What monument did she visited in Japan?

    • The giant buda

    • The gardens of Tokio

    • The Bomb site in Hiroshima

    • The great wall

    Correct Answer
    A. The Bomb site in Hiroshima
    Explanation
    The correct answer is The Bomb site in Hiroshima. This is because the question is asking about a monument that she visited in Japan, and the bomb site in Hiroshima is a significant historical monument related to the atomic bombing during World War II. The other options, such as the giant Buddha, the gardens of Tokyo, and the Great Wall, are not relevant to the question as they are not located in Japan or related to the bombing in Hiroshima.

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  • 10. 

    What happened when she steps out the streetcar?

    • She was a lot more taller than the others

    • She fell

    • She called her parents

    Correct Answer
    A. She was a lot more taller than the others
  • 11. 

    Why does Barbara decide to travel?

    • She was invited

    • She had family problems

    • For school

    • She want to know Japan

    • She went to do research for a new book

    Correct Answer
    A. She went to do research for a new book
    Explanation
    Barbara decides to travel because she wants to do research for a new book.

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  • 12. 

    What happened to her flight?

    • She didn't arrive at time

    • It was canceled

    • She oversleep

    • She didn't want to go

    Correct Answer
    A. It was canceled
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "It was canceled." This means that the flight she was supposed to take was not able to depart as scheduled. This could have been due to various reasons such as technical issues with the aircraft, weather conditions, or any other unforeseen circumstances. As a result, she was unable to arrive at her destination on time.

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  • 13. 

    What was the name of the airport Barbara Kingsolver was leaving from?

    • Hiroshima

    • Mexicana

    • Ikuku

    • Osaka

    Correct Answer
    A. Osaka
    Explanation
    Barbara Kingsolver was leaving from Osaka airport.

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  • 14. 

    In Angela's Ashes which another disease besides Diphtheria did Patricia had?

    • Typhoid

    • Leukimia

    • Brain tumor

    • They didn't know

    Correct Answer
    A. Typhoid
    Explanation
    In Angela's Ashes, Patricia had typhoid, which is another disease besides diphtheria.

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  • 15. 

    What does the man tell the passengers when they're getting off the plane?

    • Sumimasen

    • Mosh wake gozaimasen

    • Arigato

    Correct Answer
    A. Sumimasen
    Explanation
    The man tells the passengers "Sumimasen" when they're getting off the plane.

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  • 16. 

    In Angela's Ashes, was Frank the only person with typhoid at the hospital?

    • Just a little boy and him

    • Two other older men

    • Just him

    • More than 5 people

    Correct Answer
    A. Just him
    Explanation
    In Angela's Ashes, Frank was the only person with typhoid at the hospital. This is indicated by the phrase "Just him" in the answer options. The other options state that there were two other older men or more than 5 people with typhoid, which contradicts the information given in the question. Therefore, the correct answer is "Just him" as it aligns with the given information.

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  • 17. 

    What does Francis's father give him for the first time when they find out Francis is sick?

    • Good News

    • A car

    • A book

    • A kiss

    Correct Answer
    A. A kiss
    Explanation
    When Francis's father finds out that Francis is sick, he gives him a kiss for the first time. This suggests that the act of giving a kiss is a gesture of care, love, and support from a parent to their child in times of difficulty or illness. It shows that the father is expressing his affection and concern for Francis, providing comfort and reassurance during a challenging time.

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