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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Sections 5-6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What reasons does the Mayor of Noirceur cite for his treachery?
(a) The Germans
(b) Historic artifacts and architecture
(c) Power and glory
(d) Money and wealth

2. Who is Bardamu's superior officer?
(a) Lieutenant Grapper
(b) Sergeant Alcide
(c) Leon Robinson
(d) General des Entrayes

3. Who is the main character?
(a) Ferdinand Bardamu
(b) Lola
(c) Doctor Paraprine
(d) Leon Robinson

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

5. How are the inmates in Section 5 cured?
(a) Speeches and electroshock therapy
(b) Counseling
(c) They are threatened with death on a regular basis
(d) Anti-depressant medication

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Bardamu's and Musyne's relationship complicated and difficult?

2. Why does Lola want to help France in the First World War?

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

4. What public occasion does Bardamu see passing his window?

5. How do the patients amuse themselves at the hospital?

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