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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "Part I," whose lap does Antonie sit on when she recites her catechism?
(a) Her father.
(b) Her grandfather.
(c) Her grandmother.
(d) Her mother.

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

3. In "Part III,, what interrupts Tom's secret romance with Anna?
(a) Tony's wedding.
(b) His religion.
(c) A business trip.
(d) Her husband.

4. What does Kesselmeyer suggest Grunlich do to save his business finances?
(a) Get a loan from Johann.
(b) Make better investments.
(c) Sell the business.
(d) Start lying in his paperwork.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What causes the Consul to become angry with the mob in "Part IV"?

2. What does Tony tell her father about her marriage in "Part IV"?

3. Why does the Consul decide to sent Tony to their beach house in "Part III"?

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

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

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