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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. When Meursault enters the courtroom, what is he overcome by?
(a) The sun shining through the blinds.
(b) The cold temperature and darkness.
(c) People shouting for his beheading.
(d) The show of support by his friends.

2. On the Sunday that he, Raymond, and Marie go to the beach, how does Meursault feel in the morning?
(a) Relieved.
(b) Excited.
(c) Not well.
(d) Healthy.

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

4. Before Raymond invites Meursault over for dinner, what is Meursault thinking about eating?
(a) Boiled potatoes.
(b) Chicken.
(c) Steak.
(d) Pot pie.

5. How do the authorities feel about Meursault's lack of emotion?
(a) They think he is a demon.
(b) They find it normal.
(c) They are astonished.
(d) They expected it.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following statements about Meursault and repentance are correct?

2. What mindset does Meursault resign himself to in prison?

3. When does the local magistrate question Meursault?

4. As a gesture of their new friendship what does Raymond offer to Meursault?

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

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