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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Scene 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does the older soldier tell the young soldier to be quiet?
(a) He can't be taken seriously.
(b) He's annoying.
(c) He'll be sent to the stocks.
(d) He's speaking nonsense.

2. Why is Eilif being killed?
(a) He is a lazy soldier.
(b) He attacked peasants.
(c) He stole the Chief's wife.
(d) He's a traitor.

3. What attitude does the chaplain have towards women?
(a) An unhealthy one.
(b) A condescending one.
(c) A flirtatious one.
(d) A respectful one.

4. Where does Swiss Cheese plan to hide the pay box?
(a) In another tent.
(b) In his bag.
(c) Under the mattress.
(d) Under some clothes.

5. What does the clerk know about Mother Courage?
(a) She was hiding Swiss Cheese.
(b) She is a legend.
(c) She betrayed her children.
(d) She is a good businesswoman.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Mother Courage so concerned about the war ending?

2. Where is Kattrin's father from?

3. Why won't Mother Courage use her officers' shirts as bandages?

4. What is Mother Courage doing while she talks to the chaplain at the beginning of Scene 6?

5. What body part is one of the peasants missing after their farm is attacked?

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