Themes and Reflections in War

In Chapter 7 of 'All Quiet on the Western Front', Paul's company reorganizes at a field depot. Corporal Hamish gives them supplies, and Paul reflects on the misleading war news. The men swim and plan to meet French women. Paul goes on leave, visits his family, and encounters an army major. He learns about his teacher's conscription and visits Kemmerich's mother, lying about her son's death. The chapter highlights the contrast between a soldier's life on the frontlines and on leave, and Paul's struggle with his changed identity.

What role does Corporal Hamish Das take on at the field depot?

• Medic

• Driver

• Cook

• Scout

What does Paul suspect will happen to the soldiers' repressed feelings after the war?

• They will remain buried

• They will rise to the surface

• They will be forgotten

• They will disappear

What do the soldiers plan to do with the French women?

• Ignore them

• Invite them to the camp

• Meet them after dark

• Send them letters

What does Paul reflect on regarding the war news?

• It is accurate

• It is misleading

• It is boring

• It is entertaining

How does Paul feel after spending time with the French woman?

• Joyful

• Indifferent

• Yearning and misery

• Content

What is Paul's main concern about going on leave?

• Missing his family

• Who might die while he's gone

• Losing his rank

• Missing important battles

How does Paul react upon seeing his sister?

• He is indifferent

• He is confused

• He is angry

• He is overcome with emotion

What does Paul tell his mother about the front lines?

• It's not so bad

• It's boring

• It's very dangerous

• It's exciting

What does the army major criticize Paul for?

• Not following saluting protocol

• Not wearing his uniform

• Being disrespectful

• Being late

What does Paul wish for after his encounter with the major?

• To leave the army

• To return to the front

• To be promoted

• To have a normal life