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

2. What piece of clothing does Marie notice that Meursault is wearing that indicates he is mourning?
(a) His tie.
(b) His shirt.
(c) His armband.
(d) His jewelry.

3. Whose beach house do Raymond, Meursault, and Marie visit?
(a) Raymond's friend's.
(b) Raymond's brother's.
(c) Raymond's.
(d) Raymond's mistress's.

4. How does Meursault answer the question of why he hesitated before firing four more shots into the Arab's body?
(a) By withholding certain information.
(b) With a detailed response.
(c) With an honest answer.
(d) By telling a complete lie.

5. Which of the following does Meursault NOT notice during his reflections the weekend after his mother's funeral?
(a) The sky's colors.
(b) The noise of children fighting.
(c) The feel of water on his skin.
(d) The scent of Marie on his pillow.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who writes a letter to Raymond's mistress begging her to return?

2. Why is Raymond tense before going to the beach house?

3. What meal are Meursault and Marie planning to eat when they hear commotion in Raymond's apartment?

4. What does Raymond plan on doing when his mistress returns?

5. How does Meursault view Raymond's desire to be his friend?

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