All Quiet On The Western Front Chapter 4

Questions and Answers

Why are Paul and his comrades sent to the Front?

To take a vacation

As backup (correct)

To gather intelligence

To train new recruits

How do the men change as they approach the Front? Why is this change necessary?

They become more fidgety and serious; this change is necessary for them to be more aware of the dangers of the front.

What happens to the horses which are used in this battle?

Many horses are wounded and scream in pain.

How does Detering react to the wounding of the horses?

He wants to put them out of their misery but is stopped by Kat. Signup and view all the answers

How do Paul and his comrades manage to save themselves from the shelling and the gas attack?

By diving into a shell hole Signup and view all the answers

According to Remarque, how does a soldier feel about the earth?

It is his only stability; it is his mother, brother, friend, and his protection. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the young soldier that Paul helped at the beginning of the chapter?

He becomes injured when a coffin lands on top of him. Signup and view all the answers

What do Paul and Kat wish to do for the young soldier? Why don't they do it?

They wish to put him out of his misery but do not do it because they are afraid that others will see them. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Paul and His Comrades at the Front

Paul and his comrades are sent to the Front to act as backup for their unit.
As they approach the Front, the men become increasingly fidgety and serious, especially the new recruits, due to the imminent danger they face.

Treatment of Horses in Battle

Horses suffer severe injuries during battle, with some screaming in pain.
Detering, a farmer, shows concern for the horses and is almost driven to intervene, indicating his empathy, but hesitates due to the risk of enemy fire.

Coping Mechanisms During Shelling and Gas Attacks

To protect themselves from shelling, Paul and his comrades use a hole formed by explosives, inadvertently finding themselves near corpses.
They rely on teamwork to assist each other in donning gas masks, particularly aiding the inexperienced recruits.

Connection Between Soldier and Earth

For soldiers, the earth symbolizes stability and protection, described as a maternal figure that also embodies companionship.

Tragic Fate of a Young Soldier

A young soldier whom Paul helps is fatally injured when a coffin falls on him during an explosion.
Paul contemplates putting him out of his misery, reflecting a deterioration of humanity amidst war chaos, while highlighting the animal instincts shared by soldiers.

Description

Test your knowledge of Chapter 4 of 'All Quiet On The Western Front' with these flashcards. The quiz explores the transformation of Paul and his comrades as they approach the Front, and the reasons behind their changing demeanor. Review the important themes and character developments presented in this pivotal chapter.