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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the first time Tom decides to do after being elected senator?
(a) Create a public garden.
(b) Buy new clothes.
(c) Build a new house.
(d) Take a vacation.

2. In "Part VIII," how old is Eric?
(a) 19.
(b) 18.
(c) 21.
(d) 20.

3. Why does the Consul believe Johann blames Gotthold for the death of Josephine?
(a) Because she died trying to save Gotthold.
(b) Because he had injured her badly.
(c) Because she died shortly after Gotthold's birth.
(d) Because Gotthold got her sick.

4. Why does Gotthold feel he should receive some of the Buddenbrook family money?
(a) He was never paid for his services.
(b) He was promised some of the money.
(c) He says it's his birthright.
(d) He never says why.

5. Why does the Consul decide to sent Tony to their beach house in "Part III"?
(a) To prove he loves her.
(b) To keep her away from Grunlich.
(c) To improve her mood.
(d) To avoid her.

Short Answer Questions

1. At Hanno's christening, what do some of Tom's family members say about the baby?

2. In "Part I," what does the Consul's mother tell him to do about Gotthold's demand for money?

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

4. Why is Christian interested in the house Gieseke keeps for his mistress?

5. After Consul Kroger dies, what happens to his estate?

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