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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Myth of Sisyphus: Absurd Creation.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Camus, what is important about the idea that actions have consequences?
(a) It is the basis of the legal system in Muslim countries.
(b) It is the principle behind all systems of morality.
(c) It is a basic principle of child rearing.
(d) It is a basic principle in what is known as 'brain-washing'.

2. Which famous Frenchwoman was self-reliant?
(a) Violetta Valery
(b) Madame Bovary.
(c) Madame Roland.
(d) Madame La Guillotine.

3. What comment does Camus make concerning suffering?
(a) It is ennobling.
(b) It must be endured.
(c) It is useless.
(d) It should be avoided.

4. Once, how were the condemned spared the sight of the scaffold?
(a) The execution chamber was never lit.
(b) The condemned person was blindfolded.
(c) The condemned person walked backwards, with two priests assisting.
(d) Priests held a little painted screens in front of the condemned person's face.

5. What important factor limits human freedom?
(a) Time.
(b) Frailty.
(c) Physical movement.
(d) His absurd nature.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is meant by 'savoir-faire'?

2. How does a man define himself?

3. What does Camus claim is different about his discussion of suicide?

4. How does Camus classify regret?

5. What does Camus suggest happens in bad novels?

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