The Stranger Part 2 Ch. 1

After shooting the man, what has happened to Meursault?

• He is arrested by the police and taken in for questioning.

• He is praised by the police for his bravery.

• He is released and allowed to go home.

• He is killed by the police.

Is Meursault taking his situation seriously?

• Yes, he is deeply concerned about the consequences of his actions.

• No, he is acting carelessly because he believes that nothing really matters.

• Yes, he is taking full responsibility for his actions.

• No, he is denying any responsibility for his actions.

What question does the lawyer feel embarrassed to ask Meursault?

• The lawyer asks Meursault if he is sorry for killing the man.

• The lawyer asks Meursault if he is in love with his girlfriend.

• The lawyer asks Meursault if he was sad when his mother died.

• The lawyer asks Meursault if he has any regrets about his actions.

What explanation does Meursault give regarding his “nature?”

• Meursault says that he has always been a calm and rational person.

• Meursault says that his physical needs often got in the way of his feelings.

• Meursault says that he has always been a passionate and emotional person.

• Meursault says that he has always been a cold and calculating person.

How many times did Meursault shoot his gun in total?

• 1 time

• 2 times

• 3 times

• 4times

• 5 times

The magistrate becomes frustrated with Meursault. What item does he get from his filing cabinet to show Meursault?

• A silver crucifix

• A gold cross

• A holy water sprinkler

• A holy bible

What’s the BIG question the magistrate finally asks Meursault?

• He asks Meursault if he believes in God

• He asks Meursault if he is sorry for killing the man

• He asks Meursault if he has any regrets about his actions

• He asks Meursault if he is in love with his girlfriend

On page 70, Meursault says, "Then the judge stood up, as if to give me the signal that the examination was over. He simply asked, in the same weary tone, if I was sorry for what I had done. I thought about it for a minute and said that more than sorry I felt kind of annoyed."

How did the magistrate likely feel about Meursault after hearing him say this?

• The magistrate likely believe that Meursault was disrespectful, cold-blooded, and guilty

• The magistrate likely believe that Meursault was sincere, remorseful, and innocent

• The magistrate likely believe that Meursault was confused, overwhelmed, and innocent

• The magistrate likely believe that Meursault was angry and arrogant

Why does the judge call Meursault "Monsieur Antichrist?"

• Meursault doesn't show any remorse or emotions, and he doesn't believe in God

• Meursault is accused of committing blasphemy by denying the existence of God.

• Meursault is evil

• The judge is using the term "Monsieur Antichrist" to insult Meursault