The Stranger Pt. 2 Ch 5 - English 12 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

Who has Meursault refused a visit from three times?

the chaplain

What has the death sentence done to Meursault?

he is now ambitious and focused on figuring out how to get out

What does Meursault compare the verdict to?

the wall

What does Meursault think about his father?

He made him go watch an execution once and he vomited after and he realized that was normal. He vowed that once he was free he would watch every execution. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Meursault object to the guillotine?

its certainty Signup and view all the answers

What is Meursault waiting for? Why?

Dawn, because that's when those who will be executed are taken from their cells Signup and view all the answers

Why can't Meursault handle this?

his physical life is about to be taken away Signup and view all the answers

What does Meursault think about Marie?

He thinks of her as dead but then he remembered that he didn't care about her Signup and view all the answers

What does the priest talk to Meursault about?

the afterlife, but Meursault says that there is only this life Signup and view all the answers

What does Meursault call the priest?

Monsieur to show that he is not his father Signup and view all the answers

What does Meursault do to the priest?

He grabs him by the collar and yells at him and says that there is no meaning to human life Signup and view all the answers

What does Meursault think about when he thinks of his mother?

Why she took a fiancé so late in life, why she was going back to the beginning again Signup and view all the answers

What does Meursault realize at the end?

he realizes that he is not isolated or alone Signup and view all the answers

The guillotine reminds Meursault of what other type of device?

lab equipment Signup and view all the answers

How does Meursault spend his nights in his cell?

He forces himself to stay awake, waiting for the dawn. Signup and view all the answers

What subject does Meursault wish he had read more about?

He wishes he had read more accounts of public executions. Signup and view all the answers

What does Meursault do after he refuses to see the chaplain?

He thinks about Marie. Signup and view all the answers

Instead of a 'divine face,' what image does Meursault try to see on the wall of his prison cell?

Meursault tried to envision Marie's face, but he was never successful. Signup and view all the answers

Does Meursault allow the chaplain to kiss him?

False Signup and view all the answers

What happens when the chaplain touches Meursault's shoulder?

Meursault grabs the chaplain and launches into an angry tirade. Signup and view all the answers

When the jailers rush into Meursault's cell, what do they do to him?

They go to strike him but the chaplain begs them not to. Signup and view all the answers

What does Meursault do after the chaplain leaves?

He falls into a deep sleep. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Key Characters and Concepts

Meursault has repeatedly refused visits from the chaplain, who is a priest seeking to offer spiritual guidance.
The death sentence profoundly impacts Meursault, sparking ambition and a desire to escape his fate.
Meursault compares the verdict he received to a wall, symbolizing the inevitable and unyielding nature of his situation.

Meursault's Perspectives

Reflects on a past experience where he observed an execution and vomited, yet vows to view every execution once free, indicating a complex relationship with mortality.
He objects to the guillotine primarily because of its certainty, showing his disdain for predetermined outcomes in life.

Waiting and Realizations

Dawn is a significant time for Meursault as it marks when prisoners are taken for execution, highlighting his emotional anticipation and anxiety.
Struggling with the reality that his physical life is nearing its end, he experiences difficulty in coping.

Relationships and Emotions

He thinks of Marie as essentially dead but confronts his indifference toward her, revealing his emotional detachment.
The priest attempts to engage Meursault in discussions about the afterlife, but Meursault maintains that only this life is real.

Conflict and Reflection

Meursault addresses the priest as "Monsieur," signifying his refusal to acknowledge familial connection.
In a moment of frustration, he confronts the chaplain, expressing his belief that there is no inherent meaning to life.

Memories and Insights

While reflecting on his mother, he questions her late-life choices, connecting back to themes of loss and memory.
By the end, Meursault realizes he is not as isolated as he once thought, confronting the interconnectedness of human experiences.

Miscellaneous Observations

The guillotine invokes thoughts of lab equipment for Meursault, merging ideas of life and death with scientific processes.
He struggles to stay awake at night, anxiously awaiting dawn, which signifies his mental unrest.
Meursault expresses regret for not having read more about public executions, indicating an intellectual curiosity about the macabre.

Personal Interactions and Consequences

After declining to meet with the chaplain, he finds himself preoccupied with memories of Marie, yet struggles to visualize her face.
He rejects the chaplain's attempts for physical contact, standing firmly against any emotional connections.

Aftermath and Sleep

Following a volatile encounter with the chaplain, where he lashes out angrily after being touched, Meursault ultimately retreats into a deep sleep, suggesting a temporary escape from his existential crisis.

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Test your knowledge of key concepts and vocabulary from Part 2, Chapter 5 of 'The Stranger'. These flashcards cover important themes and definitions relevant to Meursault's character and experiences. Perfect for English 12 students looking to reinforce their understanding of the text.