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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The day after Meursault and Marie spend the night together, when does Meursault try to contact her?
(a) Late in the evening.
(b) Within an hour of her leaving.
(c) He doesn't try to contact her.
(d) In the afternoon.

2. How does Meursault react to the people who are visibly grieving his mother's death at the funeral?
(a) He sympathizes with them.
(b) He becomes angry at them and yells.
(c) He asks them to leave.
(d) He does not engage with them.

3. What is the weather like for the funeral procession?
(a) Freezing cold.
(b) Intensely hot.
(c) Pouring rain.
(d) Calm and breezy.

4. What piece of clothing does Marie notice that Meursault is wearing that indicates he is mourning?
(a) His shirt.
(b) His tie.
(c) His jewelry.
(d) His armband.

5. Which of the following items does Meursault borrow from a friend before traveling to his mother's funeral?
(a) A suit.
(b) A black tie.
(c) Money.
(d) A watch.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Meursault relieved about the Monday after his mother's funeral?

2. What does Meursault do when he wakes up in the morning and Marie is gone?

3. Where does Meursault live at the start of the novel?

4. What does Meursault do on the morning after his night with Marie?

5. What does Meursault do on the way to visit his mother's village?

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