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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. When does the local magistrate question Meursault?
(a) The day of the interrogation.
(b) The day after his attorney arrives.
(c) The day before the trial.
(d) The day after the chaplain visits.

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

3. Why does Meursault refuse to call the police when the commotion is going on in Raymond's apartment?
(a) Because Meursault has warrants out for him.
(b) Because Marie is a fugitive.
(c) Because Meursault does not like policemen.
(d) Because Raymond is his friend.

4. Why is Meursault relieved about the Monday after his mother's funeral?
(a) Because he can resume work.
(b) Because Monday was his mother's favorite day.
(c) Because he will get to see his friends.
(d) Because he won't have to do much at work.

5. After his first week back at work after his mother's death, where does Meursault spend time with Marie?
(a) On the train.
(b) At the beach.
(c) At the movies.
(d) In the woods.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Marie notice about Meursault's reaction to his mother's death?

2. Where does Meursault find his attorney?

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

4. What is Meursault's feelings about his and Marie's upcoming marriage?

5. Which of the following does Meursault NOT notice during his reflections the weekend after his mother's funeral?

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