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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The characters introduced in Chapter 2 are part of what type of squad?
(a) A front-line squad.
(b) A medical squad.
(c) A reserve squad.
(d) An engineering squad.

2. Why is Pépère envied by the other men?
(a) He is getting married.
(b) He was awarded a medal.
(c) He is being sent to the rear as a typist.
(d) He recently became a father.

3. On their final day of leisure, what do the men hope for?
(a) A round of wine.
(b) An extension of their leave.
(c) That they will be sent into real combat.
(d) An issue of cigarettes.

4. How do Volpatte and Fouillade capture the two German soldiers?
(a) They surprise the soldiers at night.
(b) The soldiers accidentally fall into their shell hole.
(c) They tell the Germans they are scouts for an entire battalion.
(d) The Germans came across the lines to surrender.

5. Which luxury in Gauchin-l'Abbé do the men seem to enjoy most?
(a) The opportunity to bathe and shave.
(b) Eating good food.
(c) Eating at a table.
(d) Sleeping under a roof.

Short Answer Questions

1. Overall, the men of Cpl. Bertrand's squad are best described in what way?

2. What is Biquet's response to his mother's concern for him as expressed in her letter?

3. According to the media, what is the state of the war?

4. Who is Eudoxie?

5. Who are the anonymous individuals who make speculations in the first chapter?

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