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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. How did Meursault know Marie?
(a) She was his neighbor.
(b) She was a co-worker.
(c) She was his mother's sister.
(d) She was a family friend.

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

4. Who asks Meursault to call the police when the commotion is going on in Raymond's apartment?
(a) Salamano.
(b) Raymond's mistress.
(c) Raymond.
(d) Marie.

5. Why does Meursault's employer think the job in Paris is a good match for Meursault?
(a) Because Meursault needs to get away from his surroundings.
(b) Because Meursault is the only employee fluent in French.
(c) Because Paris is a lively city for a young man.
(d) Because people in Paris will understand Meursault.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who comes to the morgue and stays with Meursault throughout the night?

2. Who reads the witness list in the courtroom?

3. What size is the visiting room at the prison?

4. What mindset does Meursault resign himself to in prison?

5. About what time does Salamano reminisce with Meursault?

(see the answer key)

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