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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Chapter 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Prior to the trial, how does Meursault perceive the case against him?
(a) Not complicated.
(b) Necessary.
(c) Unfounded.
(d) Intricate.

2. How does the policeman respond to Raymond's verbal abuse when the police come to his home?
(a) With a slap.
(b) By threatening him with a gun.
(c) By pushing him to the ground.
(d) By handcuffing him.

3. How does Meursault end up eating with an odd woman that he doesn't know?
(a) She is sent by Marie to watch him.
(b) She seats herself at his table.
(c) She is a friend of a friend.
(d) He invites her to dinner after meeting her in the street.

4. Which of the following statements about Meursault and repentance are correct?
(a) Meursault would repent if he was guilty.
(b) Meursault is not ready to repent until proven guilty.
(c) Meursault has already repented.
(d) Meursault shows no desire to repent.

5. About what time does Salamano reminisce with Meursault?
(a) When Meursault and Salamano went to the beach.
(b) When Meursault had a cat.
(c) When Meursault's mother lived with him.
(d) When Meursault was a single man.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Meursault returns to work, how does his employer respond?

2. How did Meursault know Marie?

3. After spending the day together, where do Meursault and Marie go in the evening after his mother's funeral?

4. What else does Meursault believe has changed with his mother's death?

5. When does the local magistrate question Meursault?

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