An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge

Front

What activity opens the story "An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge"?

Back

A man is going to be hanged.

Front

What must readers figure out to understand "An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge"?

Back

the order of the events

Front

In the story, which event occurs last?

Back

Farquhar dies of hanging.

Front

What is the main function of the flashback in the story?

Back

to explain why Farquhar is being hanged

Front

What contributes most to the suspense in the story?

Back

the unexpected sequence of the events

Front

In real time, how long is the period between Farquhar’s drop from the bridge and the end of the story?

Back

only an instant

Front

Why did Farquhar do to deserve his execution?

Back

He conspired to destroy a Union stronghold.

Front

According to Farquhar's perception of time, how long does it take him to get home after his escape?

Back

an entire day

Front

What literary technique is used to reveal Farquhar's thoughts and perceptions during his escape?

Back

Stream of consciousness

Front

How does the author create a sense of realism in Farquhar's imagined escape?

Back

By providing detailed sensory descriptions