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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 15, one squad in the regiment is rumored to have made a meal out of what?
(a) Rats.
(b) Crows.
(c) Labri.
(d) A stray cat.

2. Who is the "weasel-faced ancient at Gauchin" from the newspaper story?
(a) The old treasure hunting man the squad met earlier.
(b) The Marist brother.
(c) The Commandant.
(d) Cpl. Bertrand.

3. In Chapter 15, when the men run low on supplies, what does the narrator give to Paradis?
(a) Half of his dry ration.
(b) A small tin of tobacco.
(c) An egg.
(d) A box of matches.

4. What are the "Zouaves' Cells"?
(a) Groups of spies.
(b) Special artillery shells.
(c) Shelters.
(d) Forward trenches.

5. What does Paradis do for the old woman that he and the narrator find at the farmhouse?
(a) He shares his food with her.
(b) He helps her repair a hole in her roof.
(c) He gathers firewood for her.
(d) He polishes a pair of boots for her.

Short Answer Questions

1. At the beginning of Chapter 16, why is Paradis worn out?

2. What do the men of the squad think of Volpatte?

3. What does Volpatte say about the state of France?

4. Who is eager to prove themselves as a new cook?

5. How do the narrator and the others find Bertrand's body?

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