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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Scene 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where is the inn the cook inherited?
(a) Paris.
(b) Bavaria.
(c) Berlin.
(d) Utrecht.

2. Why do the soldiers come to the peasants' farmhouse late at night?
(a) To find their friend.
(b) To surrender.
(c) To get directions.
(d) To ask for food.

3. 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.

4. Why does Kattrin get very anxious while the injured peasants are in her tent?
(a) Because her mother is being verbally attacked.
(b) Because the peasants need linen.
(c) Because soldier's are approaching.
(d) Because the chaplain is flirting with her.

5. What does the chaplain call Kattrin?
(a) A plague.
(b) A captivating young person.
(c) A princess.
(d) An eyesore.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Eilif wants to join the army, Mother Courage tells him he's never happy until he's _______.

2. What does the voice from the house offer to the cook?

3. How much does the cook end up buying the capon for?

4. Why does the chaplain hesitate to put on his pastor's coat?

5. How does Mother Courage make herself known to Eilif?

(see the answer key)

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