An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge

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Who is the author of 'An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge'?

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Ambrose Bierce

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What is the main reason Farquhar is hanged in the story?

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For planning against the enemy.

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What theme is explored in 'An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge'?

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The fear of death can affect how we perceive and experience time.

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What event opens the story 'An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge'?

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A man is going to be hanged.

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What is the last event that occurs in the story?

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Farquhar dies of hanging.

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Define the term 'Southern Spy' in the context of the story.

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A person from the South who secretly gathers information for the Confederate cause.

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What is the significance of the setting in 'An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge'?

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The setting highlights the tension between the North and South during the Civil War.

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Explain the concept of 'stream of consciousness' as used in the story.

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A narrative mode that attempts to capture the flow of thoughts and feelings in a character's mind.

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What role does time play in 'An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge'?

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Time perception is distorted, especially in moments of fear and near-death experiences.

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Identify a symbol in the story and explain its meaning.

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The Owl Creek Bridge symbolizes the divide between life and death.