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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part III, Chapter 4 - Part III, Chapter 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What controversial book was Oskar reading when he and Erich first met?
(a) Tristan.
(b) Buddenbrooks.
(c) Death in Venice.
(d) The Magic Mountain.

2. Who is the mother of Maurice's son?
(a) Maja.
(b) An Italian chambermaid.
(c) Alysse.
(d) Edith.

3. Which author does Theo misquote at the start of Part III, Chapter 4?
(a) Gore Vidal.
(b) Erich Ackermann.
(c) Dash Hardy.
(d) Garrett Colby.

4. In addition to being a writer, what other goal does Maurice have?
(a) To enter politics.
(b) To be a father.
(c) To be rich.
(d) To own a literary magazine.

5. Who requests Maurice speak to Edith's class in Part II, Chapter 3?
(a) Nicholas.
(b) Maurice.
(c) Garrett.
(d) Maja.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who takes Maurice's photo with his son at the end of the second interlude?

2. What does Erich see as Maurice autographs his novel in Part I, Chapter 8?

3. What is the name of the story Maurice sends Erich in Part I, Chapter 2?

4. What was the name of Maurice's second published novel?

5. What strikes Maurice upon meeting Theo in Part III, Chapter 2?

(see the answer key)

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