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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Aschenbach forced to stay in Venice longer?
(a) He fell ill.
(b) No boats were running.
(c) He ran out of money.
(d) His luggage was mislabled.

2. Aschenbach's fixation on Tadzio could be called:
(a) Analytical.
(b) Obsession.
(c) Neutral.
(d) Neglect.

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

4. At the beginning of Part Three, how long until Aschenbach embarks to Pola?
(a) A few days.
(b) A few weeks.
(c) The next day.
(d) A year.

5. At the beginning of the book, when Aschenbach encounters the man at the chapel, what does their interaction consists of?
(a) Silence.
(b) Lively conversation.
(c) Heckling.
(d) Complimenting.

Short Answer Questions

1. Approximately how old is Aschenbach?

2. What compels Aschenbach to leave Venice this time?

3. What is the specific aspect of Tadzio that inspires Aschenbach?

4. Aschenbach spends all his time _________.

5. What does Aschenbach compare the gondola to?

(see the answer key)

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