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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What isn't Mother Courage lending out to soldiers when the Catholic soldiers invade the camp?
(a) Books.
(b) Cloaks.
(c) Bedding.
(d) Weapons.

2. How cheaply does the officer sell bullets for?
(a) 50 hellers.
(b) 3 guilders.
(c) 2 guilders.
(d) 10 hellers.

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

4. How long has it been since Mother Courage has seen Eilif?
(a) A decade.
(b) 6 months.
(c) 2 years.
(d) 8 weeks.

5. What does the recruiting officer offer Eilif if he joins the army?
(a) Money and fame.
(b) Eternal life.
(c) His friendship.
(d) Women.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Mother Courage angry with Eilif after he attacks the peasants?

2. What does Mother Courage run with through the bombardment, giving her her nickname?

3. Who does Eilif aspire to be like?

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

5. Why does Yvette drink in the morning?

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