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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Raymond testifies, for what is he criticized?
(a) His love of the beach.
(b) His friendship with Meursault.
(c) His lies on the stand.
(d) His indecent lifestyle.

2. As Meursault watches Marie converse with Masson's wife, what does he think about?
(a) The stark reality of marriage.
(b) Killing Marie.
(c) How lucky he is to have Marie.
(d) Running off to Paris.

3. What does Salamano have with him when Meursault sees him in front of his apartment?
(a) A package from the post office.
(b) His mangy dog.
(c) A pistol.
(d) Flowers.

4. As Meursault waits for his trial, what does he notice about the noise in the courtroom?
(a) It is completely quiet.
(b) There is much commotion.
(c) There are hushed whispers.
(d) There is a consistent tapping.

5. When Meursault returns to work, how does his employer respond?
(a) With overwhelming accomodations.
(b) With concerned questions.
(c) With flowers.
(d) With apathy.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Meursault enters the courtroom, what is he overcome by?

2. How do the people in the neighborhood typically respond to Salamano?

3. When Raymond and Meursault return to the beach after Raymond is injured, what does Raymond ask Meursault if he should do?

4. What does Perez testify about in court?

5. Why does Meursault take so much pleasure in washing his hands on the morning he returns to work?

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