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The Man Without Qualities Ii: The Like of It Now Happens Quiz

Robert Musil
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The Man Without Qualities Ii: The Like of It Now Happens Quiz

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1)

According to the information presented in Chapter 92, what does money do? (from Chapter 6, Chapters 92 - 95)

It sometimes increases, even when it isn't handled well.
It often decreases in spite of being handled well.
It is an unpredictable thing, and there is no telling whether it will increase or decrease.
It will always increase when it is handled well.
2)

How does Ulrich feel about the telegram he receives in Chapter 123? (from Chapter 15, Chapter 123)

He is heartbroken.
He is not overly upset.
He is delighted.
He is angry.
3)

What question regarding businessmen does Arnheim explore in Chapter 96? (from Chapter 7, Chapters 96 - 99)

What makes them successful.
What effect their careers have on their family lives.
What businesses are the most profitable.
Where most businessmen choose to reside, and why.
4)

Which countries does Diotima specifically dislike? (from Chapter 6, Chapters 92 - 95)

Germany and Austria.
Austria and Germany.
Austria and Denmark.
Prussia and Germany.
5)

What important concept is introduced in Chapter 99? (from Chapter 7, Chapters 96 - 99)

Realism.
Romanticism.
Expressionism.
Impressionism.
6)

For whom does Soliman work? (from Chapter 9, Chapters 104 - 107)

Ulrich.
Arnheim.
General Stumm.
The Tuzzis.
7)

What happens to Ulrich in Chapter 123? (from Chapter 15, Chapter 123)

He falls seriously ill.
He loses his friendship with Walter.
He is told, by Arnheim, to stay away from Diotima.
He is notified of the death of his father.
8)

What does Ulrich do at the beginning of the last day of the novel? (from Chapter 15, Chapter 123)

Wakes up groggy and is unable to focus.
Takes a walk because he feels restless.
Wakes up feeling refreshed and does some exercises.
Sits in front of a fire and has a glass of brandy.
9)

Which individual is not mentioned by Ulrich as one of his long-term friends in Chapter 103? (from Chapter 8, Chapters 100 - 103)

Clarisse.
Walter.
Gerda.
Diotima.
10)

What relationship is mentioned by the author in Chapter 96? (from Chapter 7, Chapters 96 - 99)

The relationship between jealousy and insecurity.
The relationship between science and emotion.
The relationship between science and the Church.
The relationship between church and state.
11)

Arnheim is revealed in Chapter 116 to be acting as what? (from Chapter 12, Chapters 116 - 119)

A reservist soldier.
A combat tactician.
A representative for a much larger corporation.
An informal spy.
12)

Why does Arnheim make some irrational presumptions about wealth, according to the author in Chapter 106? (from Chapter 9, Chapters 104 - 107)

He was born into wealth instead of having to work his way into it.
He doesn't understand the ideals and motivations of middle-class people.
His family had some strange ideas about wealth.
He doesn't want to be wealthy and doesn't appreciate the opportunities being wealthy has given him.
13)

What does Clarisse think is the main difference between the two men she compares in Chapter 97? (from Chapter 7, Chapters 96 - 99)

One is compassionate, and the other is not.
One is musical, and the other is not.
One is in love with her, and the other is not.
One is successful, and the other is not.
14)

How does Ulrich feel about Clarisse? (from Chapter 13, Chapter 119)

He is attracted to her at times, but is comfortable with the idea that nothing is going to happen between them.
He has never thought about her in a romantic way.
He is not attracted to her in the slightest.
He is attracted to her and fervently wishes he could convince her to sleep with him.
15)

How does Diotima feel about adultery in Chapter 94? (from Chapter 6, Chapters 92 - 95)

She has already committed adultery, and sees no problem with it.
She is repulsed by it, and would never entertain the thought.
She wouldn't commit adultery herself, but understands why other women might.
She has found herself seriously considering it.
16)

From what ailment is Bonadea suffering in Chapter 115? (from Chapter 11, Chapters 112 - 115)

Headaches.
Nausea and vomiting.
Dizzy spells.
Stomach aches.
17)

What type of person is Ulrich in terms of his relationships? (from Chapter 13, Chapter 119)

A serial monogamist.
A polygamist.
An adulterer.
A bigamist.
18)

What is the concept of "diminished responsibility," as defined in Chapter 110? (from Chapter 10, 108 - 111)

The fact that a criminal will often feel that his partner committed the majority of the crime, regardless of how large or small his role was.
The way a criminal feels less remorse for his crimes the longer he remains in prison.
The less control a person had over their actions when a crime was committed, the less sane they were, and the less severe their punishment will be.
The more witnesses there were to a crime, the less likely it is that any individual will come forward.
19)

What do Ulrich and Arnheim decide regarding Moosbrugger in Chapter 121? (from Chapter 14, Chapters 120 - 122)

That they should raise money for him to appeal his sentencing.
Protecting the community from him is more important than his welfare.
That if he were executed, it would save the community a great deal of money.
That it is a shame that he was imprisoned, but there isn't anything they can do about it.
20)

How does Ulrich respond to Clarisse's surprising actions in Chapter 123? (from Chapter 15, Chapter 123)

He slaps her.
He rejects her.
He tells her husband.
He decides to stay out of it.
21)

Why does Ulrich decide not to write a book in Chapter 103? (from Chapter 8, Chapters 100 - 103)

He doesn't know how to get it published.
No one seems interested in his ideas.
He doesn't think he is intelligent enough to do it.
A woman gave birth to him, not an ink well.
22)

According to Chapter 113, what is the position of the child and servant? (from Chapter 11, Chapters 112 - 115)

They are seen as property.
Both are legally considered property but are typically treated as family.
There is no legal definition of the child's position as there is for the servant's.
One is property, while the other is family.
23)

What does Arnheim ask Diotima in Chapter 105? (from Chapter 9, Chapters 104 - 107)

To run away with him.
To divorce her husband.
To marry him.
To have an affair with him.
24)

Why does Bonadea take an interest in Moosbrugger's welfare in Chapter 115? (from Chapter 11, Chapters 112 - 115)

She feels maternal toward him because he is much younger.
She sees a picture of him, and finds him attractive.
Her motives are never explicitly stated.
She has a gut feeling that he is innocent.
25)

What is discussed regarding Diotima in Chapter 93? (from Chapter 6, Chapters 92 - 95)

The fact that her relationship with Arnheim has remained completely nonsexual.
The liking she has taken to Ulrich.
Her inappropriate relationship with Arnheim.
Her mentoring of Clarissa.
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