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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Sections 3-4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the Mayor tell Robinson and Bardamu is the reason Noirceur is so peaceful?
(a) God favors them
(b) He has made a deal with the Germans
(c) Because it is overlooked by the armies
(d) Because no one likes the town

2. Whom does Bardamu meet outside while investigating a town in Section 3?
(a) Alcide
(b) Grapper
(c) Princhard
(d) Robinson

3. What important 'kit' does Major Pincon own?
(a) The armor
(b) The guns
(c) The map
(d) The foodstores

4. Who benefits from the war in Bardamu's estimation?
(a) The military
(b) The poor and the needy
(c) The rich and powerful
(d) The British Isles

5. Why does Bardamu feel disgusted about the culture of Paris?
(a) Because of its war-rhetoric
(b) Because of its food
(c) Because of its politics
(d) Because of its fashion-sense

Short Answer Questions

1. What role does Bardamu perform in the army?

2. Where does Lola and Bardamu go that sparks Bardamu's nervous breakdown?

3. What reasons does the Mayor of Noirceur cite for his treachery?

4. Who is the main character?

5. What happens when Bardamu tries to resign his post?

(see the answer key)

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