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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Scenes 6-7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Mother Courage feel it's unfortunate that the commander died?
(a) Because he might have had special plans.
(b) Because he was a good man.
(c) Because he had a family.
(d) Because he was so young.

2. Why shouldn't Kattrin run in to the peasants' house?
(a) There's a gas leak.
(b) There are soldiers inside.
(c) Mother Courage told her not to.
(d) The roof is going to fall in.

3. Mother Courage thinks Eilif should be ashamed of himself for speculating about ______________.
(a) His future.
(b) His commander's orders.
(c) The kindness of others.
(d) Her love.

4. Why does Mother Courage have her opinion of the commander?
(a) He is mean to Eilif.
(b) He is well read.
(c) He is respectful and tolerant.
(d) He needs brave soldiers.

5. Why does the older soldier tell the young soldier to be quiet?
(a) He's speaking nonsense.
(b) He can't be taken seriously.
(c) He's annoying.
(d) He'll be sent to the stocks.

Short Answer Questions

1. What body part is one of the peasants missing after their farm is attacked?

2. What does Mother Courage promise to Kattrin when there is peace?

3. What are men doing instead of going to the commander's funeral?

4. What is Mother Courage's advice to Kattrin about soldiers?

5. Some time after Swiss Cheese has been killed, why is Mother Courage going to complain to the captain?

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