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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Scene 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Mother Courage observes that there is no ______ in being seated.
(a) Revolt.
(b) Glory.
(c) Shame.
(d) Dignity.

3. Why does the officer sell bullets for such a cheap price?
(a) Because they don't work.
(b) Because he was ordered to.
(c) Because he needs the money.
(d) Because there is low demand.

4. Why does the older soldier tell the young soldier to be quiet?
(a) He's speaking nonsense.
(b) He's annoying.
(c) He can't be taken seriously.
(d) He'll be sent to the stocks.

5. What are the peasants Eilif attacks doing with their food?
(a) Throwing it away.
(b) Hiding it.
(c) Selling it.
(d) They have none.

Short Answer Questions

1. Some time after Swiss Cheese has been killed, why is Mother Courage going to complain to the captain?

2. What happens to Yvette's first love?

3. What does Eilif want from Mother Courage when he sends her a message?

4. What does Mother Courage compare the officers taking her son into the army to?

5. What animal whispers in "The Song of Great Capitulation"?

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