It is time to restore the American precept that each individual is accountable for his actions.” That is exactly what I intend to do with Peyton Farquhar, make him accountable for his quilty actions. Peyton Farquhar was charged with destroying government property, the penalty being death.
Why was Farquhar captured Why did the federal scout lie? Why was Farquhar captures? Why did the federal scout lie? He was captured for trying to destroy the bridge. He lied to see if he was against the Union troops.
Similarly, Why was Peyton not part of the Confederate Army? He owns slaves and is intent on southern victory so he can maintain his livelihood and lifestyle. He doesn’t, however, choose to serve the cause by becoming a Confederate soldier. Why on earth not? Well, the narrator tells us that it is Farquhar’s « imperious nature » (2.1) that keeps him from joining the military.
Who is the gray clad soldier?
In this sense, the color gray indicates a distortion of the truth—the soldier is actually a Northern scout disguised in the enemy’s colors. When Farquhar begins his fantasized escape, he operates under a gloomy gray sky.
Is Farquhar a hero?
Yes the Farquhar’s actions serve the Confederates in the same way and he fought as a soldier.
At what point does the reader suspect Farquhar is only dreaming his escape?
At what point does the reader suspect Farquhar is only dreaming his escape? The point at which most readers become suspicious is the appearance of the perfectly tree-lined road leading to Farquhar’s house and the preceeding swollen tongue and neck pain.
What news does the soldier bring Farquhar and Farquhar wife? What news does the soldier bring Farquhar and Farquhar’s wife? Cite text evidence. The solider brings to them and says « ‘The Yanks are repairing the railroads,’ said the man, ‘and are getting ready for another » (Bierce 2).
How does Farquhar serve the Southern cause? Farquhar is certainly dedicated to the southern cause. He owns slaves and is intent on southern victory so he can maintain his livelihood and lifestyle. He doesn’t, however, choose to serve the cause by becoming a Confederate soldier.
Who does Farquhar believe the soldier is?
Just as Farquhar’s belief that the Northern scout is indeed a Confederate soldier leads him to execution, his belief that he is escaping can have but one outcome: the reality of his death.
How far away did Peyton live from the railroad? How far away did Peyton live from the railroad? 30 miles.
What is Peyton Farquhar’s background?
Peyton Farquhar
A thirty-five-year-old Southern planter. A prosperous land- and slave-owner from an esteemed Alabama family, Farquhar is a civilian and an ardent supporter of the Confederacy. He assumes a kind expression at his execution, despite the grimness of his situation.
What is the Union soldier’s reason for hanging Farquhar? Any civilian caught interfering with the North’s efforts in the area, the soldier went on to reveal, would be hanged. Farquhar asked how a civilian could attempt some form of sabotage. The soldier told him that one could easily set fire to the driftwood that had piled up near the bridge after the past winter’s flood.
What sensation does Farquhar experience with terrible suddenness after he has been hanged?
What sensation does Farquhar experience « with terrible suddenness » after he has been hanged? He feels an incredible pain around his neck, and feels time distortion, as everything from his life is flashing before his eyes.
What kind of man is Peyton Farquhar?
Peyton Farquhar
A prosperous land- and slave-owner from an esteemed Alabama family, Farquhar is a civilian and an ardent supporter of the Confederacy. He assumes a kind expression at his execution, despite the grimness of his situation.
Why is Peyton Farquhar deceived? Peyton Farquhar is tricked by the scout because the man is dressed like a Confederate soldier.
What is unusual about Peyton Farquhar’s journey as he travels home?
Farquhar’s perilous underwater journey has heightened his senses. He is suddenly completely aware of everything around him and he begins to observe the natural world very carefully. Turning around in the water, Farquhar sees the bridge and the group of soldiers standing on it.
When Farquhar hears his watch ticking?
When Farquhar hears his watch ticking with an exaggerated intensity, Bierce is using the point of view known as…? Third-person limited. Which of the following best reflects the use of the third-person omniscient point of view? Peyton Farquhar gives readers his account of the events.
What is most surprising about the setting as Peyton Farquhar makes his way home at the end of An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge? What is most surprising about the setting as Peyton Farquhar makes his way home at the end of “An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge”? Farquhar sees houses but no sign that anyone lives in them. The ghosts of Farquhar’s friends line the road and haunt him. The area is near Farquhar’s house but seems strangely unfamiliar.
What does the Union soldier tell Farquhar as he is getting a glass of water?
While his wife fetches a glass of water, Farquhar asks the soldier if there is any war news. Since there wasn’t an Us Weekly of the Civil War, they had to get their information through word-of-mouth. The soldier tells Farquhar that Union troops are repairing railroads and preparing to advance.
What is the sharp pain that sparks Farquhar’s thoughts? What is the « Sharp Pain » that sparks Farquher’s thoughts? It was the feeling of being suffocated.
What does Farquhar imagine happens to him?
According to the text, what does Farquhar imagine is happening at the moment of his death? He believes he is home and is about to embrace his wife.
Why is Peyton asking the Southern soldier questions about the bridge? Why is Peyton asking the Southern soldier questions about the bridge? He likes talking to soldiers. He wants to destroy the bridge. He is very familiar with the bridge.
When Peyton Farquhar suggests sabotage the federal scout suggests that the bridge can be burned down what does this say about the scout’s character?
When Peyton Farquhar suggests sabotage in “An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge,” the Federal scout suggests that the bridge can be burned down. What does this response indicate most clearly about the scout’s character? He is an arsonist at heart. He dislikes his commandant.