Exploring Chapter 1 of The Stranger

Who is the main character introduced in Chapter 1 of "The Stranger" by Albert Camus?

• Raymond Sintes

• Marie Cardona

• Meursault

• Salamano

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RI.K.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

What event does Meursault attend at the beginning of Chapter 1?

• A wedding

• A funeral

• A birthday party

• A job interview

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Whats is the setting in Chapter 1 of "The Stranger"?

• A coffee shop

• A nursing home

• A Hospital

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Why does Meursault seem indifferent about his mother's death?

• He disliked his mother

• He is emotionally detached

  (doesnt show emotion)

• He is too busy with work

• He is in shock

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

How does the setting of the funeral contribute to the mood of Chapter 1?

• It creates a joyful atmosphere

• It focuses on the heat and discomfort

• It highlights the beauty of nature

• It suggests a sense of community

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Describe the narrative style used by Albert Camus in Chapter 1 of "The Stranger."

• First-person, emotional

• Third-person, omniscient

• First-person, detached

• Second-person, engaging

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

What does Meursault's reaction to his mother's death reveal about his character?

• He is deeply grieving

• He is confused and lost

• He is indifferent and detached

  (doesnt really show he cares or show emotion about it)

• He is angry and resentful

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3