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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What day of the week do the Buddenbrooks gather at the Buddenbrook house?
(a) Friday.
(b) Thursday.
(c) Sunday.
(d) Saturday.

3. In the beginning of "Part III", what is the Consul's family all reading?
(a) Newspapers.
(b) Letters.
(c) Magazines.
(d) Novels.

4. In "Part IV," why does Grunlich tell Tony she can't have a nanny?
(a) She is a good enough mother.
(b) He disagrees with keeping servants.
(c) They can't afford it.
(d) She doesn't deserve it.

5. In "Part III," who does Grunlich confront about Morten's relationship with Tony?
(a) Morten.
(b) Tony.
(c) Morten's father.
(d) Tony's father.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Johann do the night a riot breaks out in front of his house?

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

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

4. Where does Grunlich die?

5. In "Part II," what does the Consul say about Johann's second marriage?

(see the answer key)

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