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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What comment does Meursault make to Marie about the people in Paris?
(a) They are mean.
(b) They are too pale.
(c) They drink too much.
(d) They sleep too much.

2. What does Meursault observe about the physical surroundings of the interrogation room?
(a) They are abrasive.
(b) They are similar to those from his normal life.
(c) They are comforting.
(d) They are different than those of his normal life.

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

4. How do the other tenants respond to the commotion in Raymond's apartment?
(a) They remain in their apartments.
(b) They offer to help him.
(c) They come to see what is going on.
(d) They leave the apartment complex.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What do Meursault and the odd woman talk about during dinner?

2. How does the policeman respond to Raymond's verbal abuse when the police come to his home?

3. What piece of clothing does Marie notice that Meursault is wearing that indicates he is mourning?

4. How does Meursault's attorney feel about Meursault's lack of emotion?

5. Before Raymond invites Meursault over for dinner, what is Meursault thinking about eating?

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