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The Stranger is a novel written in 1942 by French author, Albert Camus. In the book, the main character Meursault is a stranger to himself and his life. Meursault is a person who is apathetic, emotionally, and physically detached from the world. He only seems to be interested in himself, but at the same time, he does not look to worry about what happens to him. Take this quiz and see how much you know about The Stranger.

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1.

What is the name of the author of the novel?
- A.
  
  Matthias Schleidon
- B.
  
  Williams Shakespare
- C.
  
  Albert Camus
- D.
  
  None of the above
Correct Answer
C. Albert Camus

Explanation
Albert Camus is the correct answer because he is a well-known author and philosopher who wrote several novels, including "The Stranger" and "The Plague." He was a prominent figure in existentialism and his works often explore themes of absurdity and the human condition.

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2.

In Albert Camus' novel The Stranger, what is the primary philosophical theme that Meursault embodies through his actions and beliefs?
- A.
  
  Nihilism
- B.
  
  Existentialism
- C.
  
  Stoicism
- D.
  
  Absurdism
Correct Answer
D. Absurdism

Explanation
Meursault, the protagonist of The Stranger, embodies the philosophy of absurdism, which suggests that life is inherently meaningless, and any search for order or meaning is futile. Camus explores how Meursault's detachment from societal norms and his lack of emotion toward events like his mother's death and his own trial reflect the absurdity of life. His refusal to lie or conform underscores the theme that humans must confront life's absurd nature without false hope or illusions.

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3.

When was the book first published?
- A.
  
  1940
- B.
  
  1942
- C.
  
  1944
- D.
  
  1946
Correct Answer
B. 1942

Explanation
The book was first published in 1942.

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4.

In what language was it first written in?
- A.
  
  English
- B.
  
  French
- C.
  
  German
- D.
  
  Spanish
Correct Answer
B. French

Explanation
The correct answer is French because historically, French was widely used as the language of diplomacy and international relations. Additionally, French was the language of the French court, which held significant influence and power during the time when this question refers to. Therefore, it is likely that the document or text being referred to was initially written in French.

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5.

How many pages does the book have?
- A.
  
  130
- B.
  
  150
- C.
  
  157
- D.
  
  159
Correct Answer
D. 159

Explanation
The correct answer is 159. This suggests that the book has a total of 159 pages.

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6.

When was the English version of the book published?
- A.
  
  1942
- B.
  
  1944
- C.
  
  1946
- D.
  
  1948
Correct Answer
C. 1946

Explanation
The English version of the book was published in 1946.

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7.

What is the name of the title character of the book?
- A.
  
  Meursault
- B.
  
  Raymond Sintès
- C.
  
  Marie Cardona
- D.
  
  None of the above
Correct Answer
A. Meursault

Explanation
The correct answer is Meursault because the question is asking for the name of the title character of the book. The other options, Raymond Sintès and Marie Cardona, are not the title characters. Therefore, the correct answer is Meursault.

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8.

What is the name of the neighbor of Meursault who came to defend him in court?
- A.
  
  Raymond Sintès
- B.
  
  Marie Cardona
- C.
  
  Masson
- D.
  
  None of the above
Correct Answer
A. Raymond Sintès

Explanation
Raymond Sintès is the correct answer because he is the neighbor of Meursault who came to defend him in court. In the novel "The Stranger" by Albert Camus, Raymond is a close friend of Meursault and plays a significant role in the story. He helps Meursault during his trial by testifying in his favor and providing evidence to support his case. Therefore, Raymond Sintès is the neighbor who came to defend Meursault in court.

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9.

Who was the owner of the beach house Marie do visit?
- A.
  
  Meursault’s mother
- B.
  
  Marie Cardona
- C.
  
  Raymond Sintès
- D.
  
  Masson
Correct Answer
D. Masson

Explanation
Marie visited Masson's beach house.

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10.

What is the name of the man who walks his dog around?
- A.
  
  Masson
- B.
  
  Salamano
- C.
  
  Marie
- D.
  
  None of the above
Correct Answer
B. Salamano

Explanation
Salamano is the correct answer because he is the man who walks his dog around. The other options, Masson and Marie, are not mentioned in the question and therefore are not relevant. "None of the above" is also not applicable as Salamano is specifically mentioned as the man who walks his dog.

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