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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What makes Erica file for divorce from her husband?
(a) He went to prison.
(b) He is accused of tax and insurance fraud.
(c) He runs away with a woman when he is released from prison.
(d) He doesn't see her when he is out of prison.

2. What month is it in "Part III"?
(a) July.
(b) August.
(c) May.
(d) June.

3. In "Part I," what does the Consul's mother tell him to do about Gotthold's demand for money?
(a) Send him a little money.
(b) Sue him.
(c) Ignore the request.
(d) Wait to tell his father.

4. Why does the Consul want to see if Tony loves Grunlich in "Part IV"?
(a) To please his wife.
(b) To know if he should send his daughter on vacation.
(c) To know if he was wrong.
(d) To know if he should invest money in Grunlich.

5. In "Part VIII," why is Herr von Maiboom in debt?
(a) Bad business deals.
(b) Gambling.
(c) A family emergency.
(d) Loaning money.

Short Answer Questions

1. In "Part VII," why does Christian say he has gone into debt?

2. How does Tom's mother change after her husband's death?

3. Why does Tom fall in "Part X"?

4. What does Kesselmeyer suggest Grunlich do to save his business finances?

5. In "Part I," what aspect of the Buddenbrook home do the guests discuss?

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