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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why hasn't the watchman sounded the alarm?

2. What does Mother Courage sing to Kattrin's body?

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

4. How does the cook's mother die?

5. How long ago had the war stopped when Mother Courage's group is informed that peace is declared?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In the first scene, Mother Courage prophesies the fates of her children. Mother Courage is also blind to much of reality through the play. Discuss Mother Courage's "prophetic" perception of the world, how she views herself, and how others view her.

Essay Topic 2

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 3

Discuss what characterizes and defines the climax and denouement of "Mother Courage".

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