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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 13-15.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Tirloir's nickname?
(a) The grumbler.
(b) Lock and stock.
(c) Old boots.
(d) Brass tacks.

2. Why is Pépère envied by the other men?
(a) He is being sent to the rear as a typist.
(b) He was awarded a medal.
(c) He is getting married.
(d) He recently became a father.

3. Barque is described as being which of the following?
(a) A trickster.
(b) A sage.
(c) A rebel.
(d) A leader.

4. Why do the gentlemen of the depot take care to avoid Volpatte?
(a) He is war-mucky.
(b) He is exceptionally rude to them.
(c) He is an enlisted man.
(d) He is crude and vulgar.

5. What do the men concede with regards to the "shirkers"?
(a) They are necessary.
(b) Shirking is human nature.
(c) It is a smart thing to do.
(d) They are unavoidable.

Short Answer Questions

1. Volpatte's compatriots oppose him when he criticizes what group?

2. According to Cocon, how many villages has the squad quartered in?

3. Why does Labri refuse to eat?

4. How is Farfadet "saved"?

5. When first asked to share his story about the depot, what does Volpatte repeat?

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