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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Why is Mother Courage angry with Eilif after he attacks the peasants?

3. What effect has Mother Courage had on the young soldier by the end of the scene?

4. Where does Scene 5 take place?

5. How long has it been since Mother Courage has seen Eilif?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Kattrin run out to the peasant's house in Scene 5?

2. What is making the recruiting officer lose his confidence in mankind?

3. In Scene 6, does Mother Courage believe Kattrin will ever find a husband? Why or why not?

4. Why does Mother Courage sing "The Song of Great Capitulation" to calm the young soldier?

5. How does Mother Courage feel about her daughter, Kattrin?

6. What is Mother Courage's advice to the young soldier about anger and injustice?

7. What issue does the sergeant have with peace?

8. Has Yvette benefited from the war?

9. Why does Kattrin refuse to come out of the wagon through Scene 8?

10. Will the war end now that the commander is dead?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Throughout "Mother Courage" characters use song to express themselves and Brecht uses them to flesh out moments. What is the purpose and effect of the musical quality of the play?

Essay Topic 2

War is the context, driving force, and most prominent character in "Mother Courage and Her Children".

Part 1) Who is "War", the character?

Part 2) What is Brecht's statement about "War"?

Essay Topic 3

In three parts, discuss the relevance of each of Mother Courage's children: what they represent about war, youth, and themes of "Mother Courage" discussed in class.

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