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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. When Eilif wants to join the army, Mother Courage tells him he's never happy until he's _______.
(a) Causing problems.
(b) Making money.
(c) In a fight.
(d) Embarrassing his brother.

3. Where does Scene 5 take place?
(a) Germany.
(b) Tunisia.
(c) Bavaria.
(d) Italy.

4. Why does Mother Courage think Eilif is in high favor of the commander?
(a) Eilif got a promotion.
(b) The Commander laughs at Eilif's jokes.
(c) He has been invited to dinner.
(d) The Commander is giving him lots of money.

5. What does Mother Courage live off of?
(a) Her farm.
(b) Her children's labor.
(c) Her musical talent.
(d) War.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why shouldn't Kattrin run in to the peasants' house?

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

3. Why does the commander die?

4. How long must Mother Courage wait to make her complaint to the captain?

5. Why should the cook talk quietly when he is talking to Mother Courage about the inn?

(see the answer key)

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