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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 4: Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why has the journalist Raymod Rambert come to Oran?
(a) To investigate the plague of rats in Oran.
(b) To research suicide deaths in Oran.
(c) To investigate the welfare of Arabs in Oran.
(d) To interview the polic magistrate.

2. What is Rieux's reaction to Rambert's plans?
(a) He is encouraging.
(b) He has mixed emotions.
(c) He threeatens he will tell the authorities.
(d) He advises against the plans.

3. Why are newspaper reports optimistic?
(a) Because the editors have given instructions to print happy stories.
(b) Because reporters have been threatened if they tell the truth.
(c) Because the authorities have given instructions to do that.
(d) Because the reporters are unaware of the true situation.

4. Who volunteers to help Rieux?
(a) Tarrou.
(b) Paneloux.
(c) Rambert.
(d) Cottard.

5. What is Rieux's opinion about the case?
(a) That the boy is malingering.
(b) That the boy has a good chance of recovery.
(c) That it is hopeless.
(d) That it is mild.

Short Answer Questions

1. What important information is given in the notices?

2. Where is this information to be found?

3. What important experience shaped Tarrou's view of capital punishment?

4. Which prominent citizen joins the volunteers?

5. What does Dr. Rieux urge the committee to do?

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