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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Scene 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does the chaplain hesitate to put on his pastor's coat?
(a) He might be seen as the antichrist.
(b) He thinks it's cursed.
(c) It smells bad.
(d) He doesn't want to go back to religious life.

2. What does the cook try to exchange for dinner?
(a) Supplies.
(b) Honesty.
(c) Kattrin.
(d) Money.

3. What does Mother Courage run with through the bombardment, giving her her nickname?
(a) An important message.
(b) Medical supplies.
(c) Her children.
(d) Fifty loaves of bread.

4. Why will it be easier for Kattrin to find a husband at the inn?
(a) Because she will have a position.
(b) She will be wealthy.
(c) There are nice men in the town.
(d) The cook could find her one.

5. In her dreams, where does Mother Courage see herself pulling her cart?
(a) Through heaven and hell.
(b) In a forest.
(c) Through a battle.
(d) Home.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why can't Kattrin come to the inn?

2. Why does Mother Courage sing "The Song of Great Capitulation"?

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

4. What does the cook call the chaplain when they fight over Mother Courage?

5. What kind of rage does Mother Courage think the young soldier has?

(see the answer key)

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