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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 4-6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where do the men of Cpl. Bertrand's squad hope to be sent for rest?
(a) Spain.
(b) Italy.
(c) Paris.
(d) Morocco.

2. How is Farfadet "saved"?
(a) Eudoxie kisses him.
(b) He is sent to become a typist.
(c) He is baptized in the church.
(d) The mortar that lands near him is a dud.

3. What does Eudoxie do when Lamuse announces his feelings to her?
(a) She is speechless.
(b) She rejects him.
(c) She falls in love with him.
(d) She is frightened, but accepting.

4. What does the arrival of the Moroccan Division mean to the men of Cpl. Bertrand's squad?
(a) An attack by the enemy is expected.
(b) They will be placed on leave.
(c) High command is unhappy with their part of the front.
(d) An offensive will soon begin.

5. The "Territorials" are noted for what unusual quality?
(a) They are former criminals.
(b) They are old men.
(c) They are too young for regular duty.
(d) They are foreigners.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to the men, what is the attitude of the army towards plundering civilians?

2. About how many deaths are predicted in the first chapter?

3. What is Tirloir's nickname?

4. On their final day of leisure, what do the men hope for?

5. In general, what opinion do the soldiers have of the local women?

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