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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 16-19.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why were the executed veteran's accomplices sentenced to life in prison and not executed?
(a) They had wealthy families.
(b) They had no criminal record.
(c) They were volunteers, not draftees.
(d) They gave themselves up peacefully.

2. At the beginning of Chapter 16, why is Paradis worn out?
(a) He has not eaten all day.
(b) He has been serving as a liaison.
(c) He is carrying a machine-gun.
(d) He has been digging trenches all day.

3. Who is Eudoxie?
(a) An actress.
(b) A nurse.
(c) An officer's wife.
(d) A refugee.

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

5. What is Tirloir's nickname?
(a) The grumbler.
(b) Lock and stock.
(c) Brass tacks.
(d) Old boots.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Chapter 2 opens, how long has the war been going on?

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

3. Why do the men agree that being unluckily killed or luckily staying alive are not the same thing?

4. Which soldier besides Lamuse believes the Eudoxie is infatuated with him?

5. Why do the other men try to coax Volpatte into sharing his story?

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