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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. How does Meursault regard interruptions to his work schedule?
(a) As unwelcome.
(b) As a nice break.
(c) As pleasant but unnecessary.
(d) As necessary to his mental health.

3. What does Marie notice about Meursault's reaction to his mother's death?
(a) He doesn't show signs of grief.
(b) He is terribly depressed.
(c) He is less friendly than normal.
(d) He seems almost happy that she is gone.

4. Which of the following phrases describes Meursault's behavior at his mother's funeral?
(a) Obviously anxious.
(b) Full of visible grief.
(c) Displaying little emotion.
(d) Marked by anger.

5. Where does Meursault go on the night of the funeral?
(a) To the gravesite.
(b) To his apartment.
(c) To the church.
(d) To the beach.

Short Answer Questions

1. How do the people in the neighborhood typically respond to Salamano?

2. Who falls back and takes short cuts during the funeral procession?

3. Where does Meursault live at the start of the novel?

4. Which of the following items does Meursault borrow from a friend before traveling to his mother's funeral?

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

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