All Quiet On The Western Front (Chap. 7-9)

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In Chapter 7, how do Paul and the soldiers woo the women they meet?
- A.
  
  By offering them bread and sausage.
- B.
  
  By promising them protection from other Germans.
- C.
  
  By speaking French so well.
- D.
  
  By impressing them with their tales of war.
- E.
  
  By retrieving an escaped pig for them.
Correct Answer
A. By offering them bread and sausage.

Explanation
In Chapter 7, Paul and the soldiers woo the women they meet by offering them bread and sausage. This implies that they are using food as a means to gain favor and win the women's affection. It suggests that the soldiers are aware of the scarcity and value of food during the war, and they are using it as a form of currency to establish a connection with the women. This gesture may also symbolize their willingness to provide and take care of the women, making them more attractive and desirable.

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When Paul’s mother asks “Was it very bad out there, Paul,” he responds,...
- A.
  
  “Quit asking me such stupid questions!”
- B.
  
  “I can’t talk about it now, mother.”
- C.
  
  “You could not want to know.”
- D.
  
  “No, mother, not so very. There are always a lot of us together so it isn’t so bad.”
- E.
  
  “Do I seem fit to answer such a question, mother?”
Correct Answer
D. “No, mother, not so very. There are always a lot of us together so it isn’t so bad.”

Explanation
The correct answer is "No, mother, not so very. There are always a lot of us together so it isn't so bad." This response suggests that Paul is trying to downplay the severity of the situation outside, reassuring his mother that it is not as bad as she may think. He mentions that there are always a lot of people together, implying a sense of safety and support.

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In Chapter 8, Paul has guard duty at a prisoner camp. Where are the prisoners from?
- A.
  
  Britain
- B.
  
  France
- C.
  
  Russia
- D.
  
  The United States
- E.
  
  Italy
Correct Answer
C. Russia

Explanation
In Chapter 8, Paul is assigned guard duty at a prisoner camp. The prisoners in the camp are from Russia.

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4.

In chapter 8 Paul is visited by his father and sister who inform him of what?
- A.
  
  That their home was destroyed by an explosive shell dropped by the enemy.
- B.
  
  That the family has lost all of their money due to the war.
- C.
  
  That they are moving to the United States.
- D.
  
  That his mother is sick with cancer.
- E.
  
  That his mother has died of a heart attack.
Correct Answer
D. That his mother is sick with cancer.

Explanation
In chapter 8, Paul is visited by his father and sister who inform him that his mother is sick with cancer.

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In Chapter 9, the men have a discussion about war in general. Which of the following best describes their ultimate conclusion?
- A.
  
  That war is a great opportunity for a boy to become a man.
- B.
  
  That war is good for national spirit.
- C.
  
  That wars are useful only for leaders who want to get into history books.
- D.
  
  That the German people are clearly not very good at fighting wars.
- E.
  
  That the German people are obviously very good at fighting wars.
Correct Answer
C. That wars are useful only for leaders who want to get into history books.

Explanation
The men in Chapter 9 conclude that wars are useful only for leaders who want to get into history books.

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"All Quiet On The Western Front" (Chap. 7-9)

In Chapter 7, how do Paul and the soldiers woo the women they meet?

When Paul’s mother asks “Was it very bad out there, Paul,” he responds,...

In Chapter 8, Paul has guard duty at a prisoner camp. Where are the prisoners from?

In chapter 8 Paul is visited by his father and sister who inform him of what?

In Chapter 9, the men have a discussion about war in general. Which of the following best describes their ultimate conclusion?