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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Sections 3-4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What role does Bardamu perform in the army?
(a) Sapper
(b) Messenger
(c) General
(d) Pilot

2. What event is about to happen in world history, across Europe at the beginning of the book?
(a) The First World War
(b) The Second World War
(c) The Korean War
(d) The Black Death

3. Which of the following best describes Bardamu's personality?
(a) Happy
(b) Optimistic
(c) Generous
(d) Cynical

4. Where does Lola and Bardamu go that sparks Bardamu's nervous breakdown?
(a) The town hall
(b) The cafe
(c) The carnival
(d) The hospital

5. What happens when Bardamu tries to resign his post?
(a) He is shot for treason
(b) He is attacked for cowardice
(c) He is allowed to resign
(d) He sees his captain killed

Short Answer Questions

1. In what year does the book start?

2. Why does Bardamu feel disgusted about the culture of Paris?

3. How did Bardamu receive his war medal?

4. Why does Bardamu suddenly join a parade?

5. In Section 4, where does Bardamu begin the narrative?

(see the answer key)

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