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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the Consul do after being left Johann's business?
(a) Brings Tom into the business.
(b) Tries to sell the business.
(c) Calls Gotthold for help.
(d) Hires Christian.

2. After spending time with the Krogers in "Part II," how does Tony change?
(a) She becomes angry.
(b) She becomes educated.
(c) She becomes spoiled.
(d) She becomes fearful.

3. How does Tom's mother change after her husband's death?
(a) She starts spending more money.
(b) She becomes more religious.
(c) She reads more.
(d) She begins collecting French art.

4. Why does the Consul initially want to pay Gotthold the money in "Part I"?
(a) Because of a legal contract.
(b) Because of his religious beliefs.
(c) Because he is fond of Gotthold.
(d) Because he wants to upset his father.

5. What is the original purpose of Grunlich's visit to the Consul in "Part III"?
(a) A friendly visit.
(b) Business.
(c) To take a survey.
(d) Law.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Elizabeth want another servant in "Part II"?

2. Why does Tom make Christian an assistant?

3. What day of the week do the Buddenbrooks gather at the Buddenbrook house?

4. How does Gotthold become the Consul to the Netherlands?

5. What is Morten studying to be?

(see the answer key)

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