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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) He is angry with the king.
(b) No one has any sense of honor.
(c) His wife cheated on him.
(d) His best friend stole from him.

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

3. What is Swiss Cheese's real name?
(a) Victor.
(b) Feyos.
(c) Henry.
(d) Eilif.

4. What does the recruiting officer think the army needs?
(a) Women soldiers.
(b) Food.
(c) Books.
(d) Discipline.

5. Why does Eilif sing "The Song of the Wise Woman and the Soldier"?
(a) To pass the time.
(b) Because it's about him.
(c) Because his mother taught him.
(d) Because it is the commander's favorite.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is Kattrin's father from?

2. What solace does Mother Courage take from Swiss Cheese's job in the army?

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

4. Why does Mother Courage draw a black cross for "death"?

5. In the commander's opinion, what does Eilif still believe in?

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