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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. How does Marie try to instill hope in Meursault?
(a) By embracing and kissing him.
(b) By telling him that she is now dating Raymond.
(c) By telling him that his appeal is going well.
(d) By telling them they will soon swim again and get married.

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

3. On the first day that Meursault returns to work, where does he eat lunch?
(a) At Celeste's.
(b) As a friend's house.
(c) At the pub.
(d) At his apartment.

4. Why doesn't Salamano want to check the pound for his dog?
(a) He would have to pay a fee to get it back.
(b) He will be upset if the dog is not there.
(c) He thinks that the pound is creepy.
(d) He is afraid the dog is hurt.

5. What causes Meursault to be overwhelmed with the desire to kiss Marie?
(a) When she looks pitiful.
(b) When she smiles a certain way.
(c) When she caresses his neck.
(d) When she is mean to him.

Short Answer Questions

1. The injuries that Raymond receives from the knife fight can be described by which of the following words?

2. How many times does Meursault shoot the Arab?

3. When Raymond opens his door during the commotion, what is obvious?

4. Why is Raymond's hand bandaged when Meursault comes over for dinner?

5. Who is Perez?

(see the answer key)

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