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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Scenes 6-7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Mother Courage angry with Eilif after he attacks the peasants?
(a) Because he never writes to her.
(b) Because he didn't surrender to the peasants.
(c) Because he is cruel.
(d) Because he doesn't earn enough money.

2. Mother Courage thinks Eilif should be ashamed of himself for speculating about ______________.
(a) Her love.
(b) His commander's orders.
(c) His future.
(d) The kindness of others.

3. Why does the chaplain need linen?
(a) To bandage the peasants.
(b) To mend the tent.
(c) To sew with.
(d) To sleep on.

4. What is Mother Courage's opinion of the commander?
(a) He is a bad commander.
(b) He is intelligent.
(c) He is ignorant.
(d) He is brave.

5. Why don't the peasants stay out of the line of fire when the Catholic soldiers attack their farm?
(a) To protect their farm.
(b) They thought it was a joke.
(c) They were surprised.
(d) They have a death wish.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Kattrin not in danger by going out alone?

2. Why does Mother Courage claim her price is a good one for a bird at this time?

3. Mother Courage calls Eilif her brave and ____ son.

4. The young soldier says he won't stand for ________.

5. What is Mother Courage's advice to Kattrin about soldiers?

(see the answer key)

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