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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Scene 5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Mother Courage says the young soldier listens to her because _______________.
(a) He feels guilty.
(b) She's right.
(c) She reminds him of his mother.
(d) He needs help.

2. What is the first soldier wearing?
(a) A leather jacket.
(b) A top hat.
(c) A fur coat.
(d) A silk scarf.

3. What does the sergeant claim is hypocritical of Mother Courage?
(a) She is a bad businesswoman.
(b) She doesn't care about her children.
(c) She is afraid of war.
(d) She is mean.

4. Why does the young soldier think he deserves money?
(a) Because he never asked for any.
(b) Because he was the only one who swam in the river.
(c) Because he has been fighting for many years.
(d) Because he's honest.

5. Why does Mother Courage sing "The Song of Great Capitulation"?
(a) To get money.
(b) To tell a story.
(c) To calm the soldier.
(d) To pass the time.

Short Answer Questions

1. When her mother doesn't help the peasants, why does Kattrin pick up the wooden board in the tent?

2. What is so special about the capon Mother Courage tries to sell?

3. Where does Scene 5 take place?

4. What does the young solder threaten he will do to the captain?

5. What does Mother Courage live off of?

(see the answer key)

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