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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. On the Sunday following Meursault's mother's death, where does he spend the afternoon?
(a) In the funeral home.
(b) At the cafe.
(c) In his apartment.
(d) At the beach.

2. The day after Meursault and Marie spend the night together, when does Meursault try to contact her?
(a) Within an hour of her leaving.
(b) Late in the evening.
(c) In the afternoon.
(d) He doesn't try to contact her.

3. During the magistrate's questioning, what does Meursault remember about the day of the murder?
(a) The hot sun on his back.
(b) Shooting the Arab.
(c) Waking up covered in blood.
(d) Being blinded.

4. What else does Meursault believe has changed with his mother's death?
(a) Nothing.
(b) His mental stablity.
(c) His love for Marie.
(d) His dependence on family.

5. How does the magistrate feel about Meursault's answer to the question of why he hesitated before firing four more shots into the Arab's body?
(a) He understands.
(b) He is relieved.
(c) He is not satisfied.
(d) He thinks Meursault said too much.

Short Answer Questions

1. On the first day that Meursault returns to work, where does he eat lunch?

2. When does the local magistrate question Meursault?

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

4. What does Raymond suggest that he and the person who accompanied him do after they return back from the police station?

5. What does Raymond do with the letter to his mistress?

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