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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Scene 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Eilif sing "The Song of the Wise Woman and the Soldier"?
(a) To pass the time.
(b) Because it is the commander's favorite.
(c) Because his mother taught him.
(d) Because it's about him.

2. What does Mother Courage run with through the bombardment, giving her her nickname?
(a) Medical supplies.
(b) Her children.
(c) An important message.
(d) Fifty loaves of bread.

3. Who does Eilif aspire to be like?
(a) The Chaplain.
(b) Julius Caesar.
(c) His father.
(d) The Commander.

4. What does the sergeant predict Swiss Cheese's nationality is?
(a) Swiss.
(b) French.
(c) Chinese.
(d) German.

5. When Eilif wants to join the army, Mother Courage tells him he's never happy until he's _______.
(a) Embarrassing his brother.
(b) In a fight.
(c) Making money.
(d) Causing problems.

Short Answer Questions

1. What solace does Mother Courage take from Swiss Cheese's job in the army?

2. Why does Mother Courage tear slips of paper?

3. What does the sergeant claim is hypocritical of Mother Courage?

4. In Eilif's story, what does he do when the peasants have him cornered?

5. Why does Mother Courage have her opinion of the commander?

(see the answer key)

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