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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the commander's opinion, what does Eilif still believe in?
(a) Santa.
(b) Humanity.
(c) God.
(d) Magic.

2. What solace does Mother Courage take from Swiss Cheese's job in the army?
(a) He earns good money.
(b) He meets nice girls.
(c) He doesn't fight.
(d) He is well respected.

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

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Mother Courage compare mixing the slips of paper in the helmet to?

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

3. What are the peasants Eilif attacks doing with their food?

4. How much does Mother Courage try to sell the capon to the Cook for?

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

(see the answer key)

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