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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Meursault respond to Salamano's news about the dog when he returns home from having dinner with the odd woman?
(a) He tells him to go away.
(b) He is extremely empathetic.
(c) He invites him to his apartment.
(d) He is very interested.

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

3. After enduring many interrogations, how does Meursault feel about his surroundings?
(a) He misses Marie.
(b) He is depressed.
(c) He feels as if he is part of a family.
(d) He longs to escape them.

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

5. What is Meursault looking for when he finds the Arab man lying near the water?
(a) The beach house.
(b) A stream.
(c) A sand castle.
(d) A place to sleep.

Short Answer Questions

1. 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?

2. What does the attorney find when he interviews people about Meursault's background?

3. How do the people in the courtroom feel about what Meursault says in his own defense?

4. What type of case is to follow Meursault's in court?

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

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