The Sniper
What were the two sides of the conflict in war and what side was Sniper on?
Republican and Free States/Communists in a Civil war in Ireland.
What is the cause of the weather delay on the first trip to the airport?
Fog
How is Brently Mallard supposed to have died?
A train accident
When you are writing a formal letter, what information might you need?
Dates, names, and contact details.
What is the purpose of a compare/contrast essay?
To talk about the similarities and differences of two subjects
What alerts the enemy sniper to the sniper on the rooftop?
Sniper using a match to light his cigarette
Why does Mrs. Foster need to use the elevator?
Her legs aren't too good for walking up the stairs
Where did Richards learn about Brently's death?
The newspaper office
In a letter writing, where should you write your details?
Top right corner of the letter.
Which two things should a conclusion paragraph include?
a summary of the main points and a final opinion
What does the word ‘parapet’ mean?
It’s a low protective wall along the edge of a roof, bridge, or balcony.
When Mrs. Foster returns from her trip, her husband was dead (but the story never directly says this). Where was Mr. Foster's body, and how do we know this?
Elevator, because Mrs. Foster calls the repairman
How did Mrs. Mallard respond to the news of her husband at first?
She cried
When writing a formal letter, you think about who you are writing to. What else is important?
Why you are writing, what you need to tell the reader, and what you want the reader to do.
What should be the last sentence in the introduction paragraph?
Thesis statement
In the opening of the story, machine guns fire "spasmodically." How are they firing?
Continuously
Where are the servants going to stay during her trip? What about Mr. Foster?
The servants are going to have holidays and Mr. Foster is going to stay at a club.
What was the best theme for this story?
Don’t live your life for anyone else except yourself.
What does P.S. stand for?
Post script
What does elaborate or elaboration mean?
To add more details, explanations, examples
Identify three qualities that made the snipers alike BESIDES THE FACT THAT THEY ARE BROTHERS!
Both were fighting for their country, they were shooters, and had the same height.
What type of irony is used when Mrs. Foster is standing at the door listening and waiting for her husband but decides to jump in the car and have the driver take her to the airport?
Situational
In paragraph 20, Louise’s composure as she descends the stairs can be best described as:
Prideful vindication
What is the missing word in this sentence? I’m writing with _______ to my application.
regard
Using ________ in your essay helps readers know when you're comparing and contrasting.
transition words