1. The sniper is described as a fanatic. A fanatic is a person whose interest in something or someone is irrational and intense. What is the sniper fanatical about? What does the author's use of the phrase "cold gleam" imply?
2. What risk did the sniper take? Why do you think he took this risk?
3. Why did the sniper shoot the unarmed woman? Was he justified? Explain why or why not. What does this action reveal about the sniper's personality? Explain.
4. The author uses vivid imagery and description. Write as many descriptive words or phrases you can find which help the read to see and feel what the sniper is experiencing.
5. Why must the sniper leave the roof? Why can he not leave yet? Why can he not use his rifle?
6. After killing the enemy, the sniper's attitude has changed. Describe the reactions - both emotionally and physically - of the sniper. Why do you think he has reacted in this way? What do these reactions reveal about the emotional state of the sniper?
7. Aside from curiosity, why does the sniper want to see the face of the other sniper?
8. Identify three qualities that make the two snipers alike beyond being brothers.
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