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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Aschenbach prides himself most on his _________.
(a) Charisma.
(b) Dignity.
(c) Personality.
(d) Good looks.

2. How does Aschenbach feel at the prospect of Tadzio not living long?
(a) Ecstatic.
(b) Comforted.
(c) Impartial.
(d) Sad.

3. The tone at the beginning of "Death In Venice" is ___________.
(a) Sad.
(b) Lighthearted.
(c) Ominous.
(d) Dramatic.

4. How does Aschenbach feel about his decision to stay in Venice?
(a) Frustration.
(b) Acceptance.
(c) Guilt.
(d) Distress.

5. What is Aschenbach's mother's profession?
(a) A seamstress.
(b) An artist.
(c) A housewife.
(d) A teacher.

Short Answer Questions

1. What season is it at the beginning of "Death In Venice?"

2. How does Aschenbach feel about being forced to stay in Venice?

3. What does Aschenbach chronically suffer from?

4. On his walk, where does Aschenbach end up and stop briefly?

5. Aschenbach keep his beard _________.

(see the answer key)

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