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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "Part VI," why does Tom want Tony to return to Munich?
(a) So she can try to get some of her dowry back.
(b) Because Permaneder is the only person who can support her.
(c) Because Permaneder keeps asking him to help get her back.
(d) So he won't be scandalized by her.

2. After the Consul dies, what does Tom decide to do with the business?
(a) Take it over.
(b) Rename it.
(c) Move the headquarters.
(d) Sell it.

3. Why does the Consul decide to sent Tony to their beach house in "Part III"?
(a) To improve her mood.
(b) To keep her away from Grunlich.
(c) To avoid her.
(d) To prove he loves her.

4. What does Tony do while Tom is away on his honeymoon?
(a) She moves out of the house.
(b) She fixes a house for him.
(c) She takes some money from him.
(d) She runs the business for him.

5. Why does the narrator say Hugo Weinschenk hasn't taken a wife yet in "Part VIII"?
(a) Because of the shame associated with his name.
(b) Because of his lack of money.
(c) Because he is picky.
(d) Because of his busy schedule.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Eric do after first meeting Hugo Weinschenk?

2. What does Tom assume Christian will do with the money he gives him in "Part VI"?

3. What causes the servant to be fired from the Buddenbrook home in "Part IV"?

4. How does Gotthold tell the Buddenbrook family he wants money?

5. Why is James Mollendorf of interest to Tom?

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