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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Meursault do after eating with the odd woman?
(a) He invites her to his place.
(b) He seeks out Raymond.
(c) He tries to contact Marie.
(d) He follows her for a while.

2. Why does Meursault feel sleepy and dizzy walking after lunch at the beach house?
(a) He drank too much salt water.
(b) He is nervous about marrying Marie.
(c) He has had too much wine and it is hot.
(d) He has a stomach virus.

3. When Meursault finds the Arab man next to the water, how does the Arab react?
(a) He pulls out a knife.
(b) He pulls out a gun.
(c) He continues to sleep.
(d) He yells for help.

4. How does Meursault perceive being deprived of things after several months in prison?
(a) As necessary.
(b) As normal.
(c) As a punishment.
(d) As a reward.

5. What element of nature has played a role in all the negative episodes of Meursault's life?
(a) The sun.
(b) Wind.
(c) The moon.
(d) Rain.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Meursault turn down the job in Paris?

2. When Meursault returns to work, how does his employer respond?

3. What is Meursault looking for when he finds the Arab man lying near the water?

4. After enduring many interrogations, how does Meursault feel about his surroundings?

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?

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