The Stranger by Albert Camus

Question 1

What does Meursault realize during his months in jail?

• Life is meaningless
• He wants a child
• He actually wants to die
• He has enjoyed living

Question 2

What does Meursault claim caused him to kill the Arab?

• The sun
• The death of his mother
• The Arab assaulted him
• Raymond asked him to do it

Question 3

What does Meursault especially enjoy doing?

• Lounging on the couch
• Reading
• Swimming and lounging in the sun
• Gardening

Question 4

What detail is Meursault unable to recall about his mother?

• Her cause of death
• Her favorite song
• Her age
• The location of her grave

Question 5

Which day of the week does Meursault dislike?

• Monday
• Sunday
• Wednesday
• Saturday

Question 6

When Marie asks Meursault if he loves her what does he reply?

• He proposes to her
• He says that he does not love her
• He tells her to stop nagging him
• He says that he loves her

Question 7

Which statement best describes Meursault?

• He tries to please everyone
• He does not think about the consequences of his actions
• He is unable to make decisions
• He is a careful planner

Question 8

Which of the following punishments does Raymond want to inflict upon his girlfriend?

• Turn her in to police
• Fire her from her job
• Evict her from her home
• Have her deported

Question 9

Which character expresses grief at Meursault's mother's funeral?

• Marie
• Thomas
• Meursault
• Raymond

Question 10

What reason does Meursault give for not visiting his mother very often?

• They have nothing to talk about
• All of the above
• Her nursing home is located in another state
• He lacks transportation