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How does the troop manage to live well for a few days?
How does the troop manage to live well for a few days?
They guard an abandoned village, find leftover food, cook it while under fire, and escape to a basement shelter.
What happens to Paul when he returns to the front? What happens to Albert?
What happens to Paul when he returns to the front? What happens to Albert?
Paul gets injured on the leg and arm, while Albert gets hurt in the knee.
Why doesn't Paul want to get into a clean bed on the troop train?
Why doesn't Paul want to get into a clean bed on the troop train?
He feels too dirty with lice and filth and believes he will dirty the sheets beyond cleaning.
How does Paul manage to get off the train with Albert?
How does Paul manage to get off the train with Albert?
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How do the men get the nuns to stop praying over them at the crack of dawn?
How do the men get the nuns to stop praying over them at the crack of dawn?
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Why does Joseph Hammacher let the nuns know he had a shooting license?
Why does Joseph Hammacher let the nuns know he had a shooting license?
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What is the Dying Room? Who returns from the Dying Room?
What is the Dying Room? Who returns from the Dying Room?
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Why do the men try to discourage the two young soldiers from having the doctor operate on their flat feet?
Why do the men try to discourage the two young soldiers from having the doctor operate on their flat feet?
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How does Paul feel about the war?
How does Paul feel about the war?
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What favor do the men do for Lewandowski?
What favor do the men do for Lewandowski?
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Why is it hard for Paul to leave the hospital?
Why is it hard for Paul to leave the hospital?
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Study Notes
Living Conditions of the Troops
- Troops guard an abandoned village heavily shelled and discover leftover food supplies.
- Found items include eggs, butter, potatoes, carrots, peas, and pigs, allowing for a hearty meal.
- After cooking, they escape to a basement shelter furnished with a comfortable bed.
Injuries on Return to the Front
- Paul loses his dodging reflexes, resulting in injuries to his leg and arm.
- Albert sustains an injury to his knee upon returning.
Discomfort on the Troop Train
- Paul feels unclean due to lice and dirt collected from the front.
- He avoids a clean bed as he believes he would soil the sheets irreparably.
Escape from the Train
- Paul and Albert successfully leave the train by bribing the medical sergeant major with cigars.
Prayers Disrupted
- Men throw objects into the hallway to interrupt nuns praying at dawn, coordinating the action by counting to five.
Joseph Hammacher’s Confidence
- Joseph uses his shooting license as leverage, believing it allows him to act freely, including throwing items at the nuns during prayers.
The Dying Room
- The Dying Room is designated for soldiers nearing death, facilitating their transfer to the morgue.
- Peter is noted to have returned from this grim area.
Skepticism of Medical Procedures
- Soldiers advise against surgery for flat feet, as they believe operations often result in irreversible crippling.
Paul’s Reflections in the Hospital
- Paul contemplates the futility of the outside world amid the horrors of war.
- He observes that young men’s experiences are limited to death and despair, devoid of life’s broader aspects.
Favor for Lewandowski
- The men grant Lewandowski privacy by vacating the room, allowing him to be intimate with his wife.
Emotional Struggles with Leaving the Hospital
- Paul feels torn about departing the hospital, especially as he wishes to stay with his friend, Albert Kropp, who has seen improvements but still struggles with past trauma.
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Test your knowledge of Chapter 10 from 'All Quiet On The Western Front' with these flashcards. This chapter covers the experiences of troops living under fire and their resourcefulness in finding food. Engage with key ideas and details to deepen your understanding of the text.
