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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Scene 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What regiment is Mother Courage's family from?
(a) First Finnish Regiment.
(b) Third Polish Regiment.
(c) Second Polish Regiment.
(d) Second Finnish Regiment.

2. Some time after Swiss Cheese has been killed, why is Mother Courage going to complain to the captain?
(a) Because he scared off her business.
(b) Because he treats soldiers badly.
(c) Because her cart has been destroyed.
(d) Because Swiss Cheese was wrongfully killed.

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

4. Why is Mother Courage angry with Eilif after he attacks the peasants?
(a) Because he doesn't earn enough money.
(b) Because he didn't surrender to the peasants.
(c) Because he never writes to her.
(d) Because he is cruel.

5. Why does Mother Courage sing "The Song of Great Capitulation"?
(a) To tell a story.
(b) To calm the soldier.
(c) To pass the time.
(d) To get money.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the recruiting officer offer Eilif if he joins the army?

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

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

4. What does the sergeant predict Swiss Cheese's nationality is?

5. What does the recruiting officer think the army needs?

(see the answer key)

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