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

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 never says why.
(c) He was never paid for his services.
(d) He says it's his birthright.

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

3. How does Tony describe her first impression of Grunlich?
(a) Boring.
(b) Offensive.
(c) Educated.
(d) Handsome.

4. In "Part I," who is the first guest to arrive at Buddenbrook house?
(a) The counselman.
(b) The teacher.
(c) The poet.
(d) The doctor.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What month is it in "Part III"?

2. Why does the Consul decide to send Tony to a boarding school?

3. Why does Tony tell Morten about Grunlich's proposal?

4. In "Part I," what does the Consul's mother tell him to do about Gotthold's demand for money?

5. Why do Tony's parents think Grunlich is a good match for her?

(see the answer key)

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