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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How do Morten's political views compare to Tony's?
(a) He is more liberal.
(b) He is more conservative.
(c) They are similar.
(d) He is less interested in politics.

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

3. Why does the Consul initially want to pay Gotthold the money in "Part I"?
(a) Because of his religious beliefs.
(b) Because he is fond of Gotthold.
(c) Because he wants to upset his father.
(d) Because of a legal contract.

4. In "Part II," what does Tony have for breakfast each morning?
(a) Fried eggs.
(b) Hot chocolate.
(c) Fruit and cheese.
(d) Toast.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

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

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

4. Why does Gotthold feel he should receive some of the Buddenbrook family money?

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

(see the answer key)

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