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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

3. In "Part VIII," how old is Eric?
(a) 18.
(b) 19.
(c) 20.
(d) 21.

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

5. When does Herr Kroger die?
(a) When he is sleeping at a town hall meeting.
(b) When the Consul helps him home.
(c) When his house catches fire.
(d) When the mob attacks him.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do the men argue about after dinner in "Part I"?

2. In "Part VII," what disease is Clara diagnosed with?

3. How does Grunlich propose marriage to Tony?

4. What month does Tony marry Grunlich?

5. Where does Gerda stand at the end of "Part V"?

(see the answer key)

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