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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Permaneder comes to the Buddenbrook home in "Part VI," what confuses Frau Consul at first?
(a) His accent.
(b) His hairstyle.
(c) His smile.
(d) His clothing.

2. In "Part IX," how many doctors does Tom have to consult with about his mother?
(a) Four.
(b) Two.
(c) Five.
(d) Three.

3. Why does Tony tell Morten about Grunlich's proposal?
(a) She is nervous and blurts it out.
(b) She wants him to leave her alone.
(c) She wants him to know the truth.
(d) She wants him to fight with Grunlich.

4. Why does Tony decide to return home with Erica in "Part VI"?
(a) Her lack of money.
(b) She doesn't say why she's coming home.
(c) She missed her family.
(d) Her husband's behavior.

5. What does Christian want after Frau Consul's death?
(a) The plates.
(b) The furniture.
(c) The paintings.
(d) The house.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Tom discuss German unification with in "Part VI"?

2. What makes Tony say she will consider Grunlich's proposal?

3. After Frau Consul's death, what does Tony inherit?

4. When Tony returns from the beach house in "Part III," what has Grunlich sent her?

5. How does Tony describe the language of the people in Munich?

(see the answer key)

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