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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Gotthold feel he should receive some of the Buddenbrook family money?
(a) He was promised some of the money.
(b) He says it's his birthright.
(c) He was never paid for his services.
(d) He never says why.

2. After spending time with the Krogers in "Part II," how does Tony change?
(a) She becomes educated.
(b) She becomes angry.
(c) She becomes spoiled.
(d) She becomes fearful.

3. What is Christian's strange talent?
(a) He can do shadow puppets.
(b) He can play every instrument.
(c) He can impersonate people.
(d) He can do acrobatic tricks.

4. Why does Elizabeth want another servant in "Part II"?
(a) She wants a manservant.
(b) She says she needs help with the baby.
(c) She needs a second cook.
(d) She wants a female servant.

5. In "Part I," what aspect of the Buddenbrook home do the guests discuss?
(a) Its number of fireplaces.
(b) Its plasterwork.
(c) Its age.
(d) Its location.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do the men argue about after dinner in "Part I"?

2. Why was Gotthold cut off from family money?

3. What years is it in the beginning of "Part I"?

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

5. What did the Buddenbrooks do during the war with Napoleon?

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