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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part IX.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the beginning of "Part III", what is the Consul's family all reading?
(a) Magazines.
(b) Newspapers.
(c) Novels.
(d) Letters.

2. Who goes with Tony to the Schwartzkopf's home in "Part III"?
(a) Grunlich.
(b) Christian.
(c) Tom.
(d) The Consul.

3. In "Part III,, what interrupts Tom's secret romance with Anna?
(a) A business trip.
(b) Tony's wedding.
(c) His religion.
(d) Her husband.

4. Who does Tom discuss German unification with in "Part VI"?
(a) The nobility.
(b) His friends.
(c) His children.
(d) His brother.

5. What does Permaneder agree to do when he divorces Tony?
(a) Stay in Munich.
(b) Give back her dowry.
(c) Split his money with her.
(d) Not spread rumors about her.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Tom compare Permaneder to the Buddenbrooks?

2. What does Tom do when Tony refuses to go back to Munich?

3. What happens to Frau Consul before she dies?

4. Why does Christian want to adopt a woman's children?

5. Why does Frau Consul beg the doctors for narcotics?

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