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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

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

4. Why does Mother Courage claim her price is a good one for a bird at this time?
(a) They are in a siege.
(b) They are in season.
(c) They are going extinct.
(d) They are in high demand.

5. What does Eilif want from Mother Courage when he sends her a message?
(a) A wife.
(b) Food.
(c) Money.
(d) Help.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does the recruiting officer say you can't take a man's word anymore?

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

3. Why does Mother Courage tear slips of paper?

4. Where in the world is Mother Courage's family from?

5. Why does Eilif sing "The Song of the Wise Woman and the Soldier"?

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