All Quiet On The Western Front (Chap. 1-3)

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"All Quiet On The Western Front" (Chap. 1-3) - Quiz

In the first three chapters we get a clear view of the setting of the book and somehow get a glimpse of what to expect as we continue reading. Take up the quiz below and see just how much you remember about these chapters. All the best and have fun reading.

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1.

The main character Paul is…
- A.
  
  British
- B.
  
  French
- C.
  
  German
- D.
  
  American
- E.
  
  Russian
Correct Answer
C. German

Explanation
The main character Paul is German. This can be inferred from the given options where the nationality of the main character is mentioned.

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2.

What is it that Paul and the other soldiers want from Kemmerich when he is in the hospital?
- A.
  
  His boots
- B.
  
  His watch
- C.
  
  His signature
- D.
  
  His food
- E.
  
  His girlfriend
Correct Answer
A. His boots

Explanation
In the novel "All Quiet on the Western Front," Paul and the other soldiers want Kemmerich's boots when he is in the hospital. This is because Kemmerich is dying and they know that he won't need his boots anymore. The soldiers are desperate for any kind of comfort or luxury in the harsh conditions of war, and having a pair of good boots is highly valuable. It symbolizes their desperate struggle for survival and the dehumanizing effects of war.

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3.

How would you describe Paul’s attitude toward the adults back home in his country?
- A.
  
  Respectful
- B.
  
  Loving
- C.
  
  Ignorant
- D.
  
  Resentful and angry
- E.
  
  No feelings one way or the other
Correct Answer
D. Resentful and angry

Explanation
Paul's attitude toward the adults back home in his country is described as resentful and angry. This implies that he holds negative emotions and feelings towards them, possibly due to certain experiences or grievances. It suggests a lack of respect or love towards them and indicates a strong negative sentiment.

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4.

Who was the hard-driving corporal who trained the troops in boot camp?
- A.
  
  Duval
- B.
  
  Tjaden
- C.
  
  Mueller
- D.
  
  Himmelstoss
- E.
  
  Kantorek
Correct Answer
D. Himmelstoss

Explanation
Himmelstoss was the hard-driving corporal who trained the troops in boot camp.

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5.

What is special about Kat?
- A.
  
  He has an uncanny ability to find food when supplies are thin.
- B.
  
  He is particularly good at keeping the men out of battle when other parts of the battalion are sent to fight.
- C.
  
  He is able to convince the officers to leave the men alone during prolonged rest periods.
- D.
  
  He is especially charming to the civilian women in the area.
- E.
  
  He has the ability to perform a perfect imitation of the commanding officer’s voice.
Correct Answer
A. He has an uncanny ability to find food when supplies are thin.

Explanation
Kat is special because he has an uncanny ability to find food when supplies are thin.

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"All Quiet On The Western Front" (Chap. 1-3)

The main character Paul is…

What is it that Paul and the other soldiers want from Kemmerich when he is in the hospital?

How would you describe Paul’s attitude toward the adults back home in his country?

Who was the hard-driving corporal who trained the troops in boot camp?

What is special about Kat?