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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What would it look like if Mother Courage backed out on her complaint to the captain?
(a) She has a bad conscience.
(b) She doesn't care about her children.
(c) She is a bad businesswoman.
(d) She is indifferent to bullying.

2. Why does Yvette sing "The Fraternization Song"?
(a) To gain sympathy.
(b) To warn people.
(c) To tell the story of her love life.
(d) To pass the time.

3. Mother Courage observes that there is no ______ in being seated.
(a) Revolt.
(b) Shame.
(c) Glory.
(d) Dignity.

4. What happens to Yvette's first love?
(a) He died.
(b) She left him.
(c) He was unfaithful.
(d) He became wealthy.

5. How does Mother Courage make herself known to Eilif?
(a) She sings from the kitchen.
(b) She calls out to him.
(c) She makes his favorite meal.
(d) She sends him a note.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. Some time after Swiss Cheese has been killed, why is Mother Courage going to complain to the captain?

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

5. What is Mother Courage's advice to Kattrin about soldiers?

(see the answer key)

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