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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What years is it in the beginning of "Part I"?
(a) 1835.
(b) 1825.
(c) 1855.
(d) 1845.

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

3. How does the wealth of the Krogers compare to the wealth of the Buddenbrooks?
(a) The Krogers are in a much lower social class.
(b) The Buddenbrooks have more money.
(c) The Krogers have more money.
(d) They have the same amount of money.

4. What does Herr Gratjens do for a living?
(a) He is a doctor.
(b) He is a pastor.
(c) He is a lawyer.
(d) He is a broker.

5. Where do the men go after dinner in "Part I"?
(a) The billiards room.
(b) The sitting room.
(c) A local pub.
(d) The kitchen.

Short Answer Questions

1. How much time has passed between "Part I" and "Part II"?

2. How does Tony get her face scratched by Julie?

3. In "Part II," how does the Consul describe Christian in comparison to Tom?

4. Why does the Consul believe Johann blames Gotthold for the death of Josephine?

5. In "Part II," how many female servants does Elizabeth have?

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