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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Summer in Algiers.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At Belcourt, how have marriages been arranged?
(a) Through exchanging golden rings.
(b) Through exchanging peppermint lozenges.
(c) Through marriage brokers.
(d) Through the mosque.

2. Why did the gods view Sisyphus' punishment as particularly dreadful?
(a) They saw their mistake but were unable to change things.
(b) It involved immense pain.
(c) It involved futile and hopeless labor.
(d) It was unfair relative to his crime.

3. What trees grow above the city?
(a) Olives and eucalypts.
(b) Mastics and olives.
(c) Olives and oranges.
(d) Mimosa and pittosporums.

4. What are the condemned man's last words?
(a) 'Like a dog.'
(b) 'Such is life.'
(c) 'I am innocent!'
(d) 'It is a far, far better rest that I go to.'

5. What attitude can overcome all fate?
(a) Indolence.
(b) Scorn.
(c) Diigence.
(d) Indifference.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the main idea in the final paragraph of the essay 'The Myth of Sisyphus'?

2. What were the consequences of Sisyphus putting Death in chains?

3. Who calls out 'Want a ride, sister?' to pretty girls?

4. How does night descend on the city?

5. According to Camus, what is the most obvious symbol in The Trial?

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