the irony is that the enemy is supposed to be evil and bad and deserve to be murdered, but when the sniper shoots the guy and discovers it his brother he realizes that he was wrong and he's looking at a person he cares so much about.
The main idea of "The Sniper" by Liam O'Flaherty is the senselessness of war and its dehumanizing effects on individuals. The story explores themes of conflict, identity, and the brutal consequences of violence, as seen through the eyes of a sniper who experiences a moment of intense personal introspection.
the sniper was fighting on behalf of the republican
Assuming you are asking about Liam O'Flaherty's short story, the factions are the Irish Republican Army (the IRA), of which the main character is a member, and the Irish Free State.
The main idea of the sniper is the tragic impact of war on individuals, illustrating how it dehumanizes and isolates people, leading them to harm those they would otherwise have a connection with. The story also highlights the psychological toll that war takes on soldiers, showing the inner conflict and moral dilemma faced by those involved in combat.
An IRA sniper, an old lady, a machinegun operator, and a Free State sniper.
The theme of "The Sniper" revolves around the brutality and futility of war, as well as the loss of humanity and the psychological effects of violence on individuals. It also explores themes of political conflict, the personal cost of war, and the dehumanizing nature of combat.
The main character's (the sniper) motive is to kill the enemy sniper on the rooftop of the building across the street.
His Sniper Rifle.
just liam
A stated main idea is when the writer of the particular piece clearly identifies what the main idea is. In contrast, an unstated main idea is when the writer references the main idea, but does not clearly name it.
The topic would be most likely that there is a sniper who is on a mission during a civil war in Ireland. (I'm not sure if it is Ireland or not.)
The main idea is the central point or key concept that the author is trying to communicate to the reader. It summarizes the main focus or message of the text.
Liam Neeson.
Special Agent Kate Todd is shot by a sniper and killed on the season 2 finale of NCIS.