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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Scene 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does the recruiting officer say you can't take a man's word anymore?
(a) No one has any sense of honor.
(b) He is angry with the king.
(c) His wife cheated on him.
(d) His best friend stole from him.

2. When Eilif wants to join the army, Mother Courage tells him he's never happy until he's _______.
(a) Embarrassing his brother.
(b) Making money.
(c) Causing problems.
(d) In a fight.

3. What does the sergeant predict Swiss Cheese's nationality is?
(a) German.
(b) French.
(c) Swiss.
(d) Chinese.

4. What bible passage does the chaplain quote after Eilif's story?
(a) Jesus' crucifixion.
(b) The Lord made 500 loaves out of 5.
(c) Moses parting the sea.
(d) The burning bush.

5. Why does Mother Courage tear slips of paper?
(a) To pass a note to Kattrin.
(b) To make fire kindling.
(c) To tell their futures.
(d) To make a statement.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is so special about the capon Mother Courage tries to sell?

2. What does Mother Courage live off of?

3. How does Mother Courage make herself known to Eilif?

4. What regiment is Mother Courage's family from?

5. How much does the cook end up buying the capon for?

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