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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Why does the Consul believe Johann blames Gotthold for the death of Josephine?
(a) Because he had injured her badly.
(b) Because she died shortly after Gotthold's birth.
(c) Because Gotthold got her sick.
(d) Because she died trying to save Gotthold.

3. What do the men argue about after dinner in "Part I"?
(a) The reunification of Germany.
(b) Religion.
(c) The arts.
(d) Recent science developments.

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

5. How does Tony get her face scratched by Julie?
(a) When she shoves Julie down a hill.
(b) When she tries to avoid kissing Hermann.
(c) While she is sleeping.
(d) While they try to stop falling down a hill.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did Johann Buddenbrook acquire Buddenbrook home?

2. How does the Buddenbrook dinner end in "Part I"?

3. What amount of the proceeds of the house does Gotthold request in "Part I"?

4. Where do the men go after dinner in "Part I"?

5. What does the Consul do after being left Johann's business?

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