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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 65, who was back and delighted to put himself at Diotima's disposal rather immediately?

2. When did the public forget about Moosbrugger?

3. Who of the following was not included in the important political meetings in Chapter 56?

4. To which of the following did the adopted boy react intensely in Chapter 55?

5. Why was Moosbrugger's victim apparently killed?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Power in society is a prevailing theme in The Man Without Qualities. Musil frequently refers to that theme, painting the picture of the monarchy's last days in the Austro-Hungarian Empire and the need to preserve order in a shaken world. Which characters appear honest and which appear corrupt. Why? Which characters appear to rise above corruption even if they are initially vulnerable to it? What is your opinion of the society that Musil describes? Explain.

Essay Topic 2

Explain Musil's use of humor in the book. Cite examples of at least two different instances in which humor is apparent, and explain why the author used humor where he did.

Essay Topic 3

Select a character whom Ulrich grows to like and become familiar with. How does their relationship evolve?

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