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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

3. How does Tony get her face scratched by Julie?
(a) When she tries to avoid kissing Hermann.
(b) While they try to stop falling down a hill.
(c) While she is sleeping.
(d) When she shoves Julie down a hill.

4. Why does Tom make Christian an assistant?
(a) Because of Christian's work ethic.
(b) Because of Christian's experience in London.
(c) Because they are related.
(d) Because Christian begs him.

5. In "Part V," how does Tom succeed at his work?
(a) He sells the business.
(b) He is given an award.
(c) He gets a new title.
(d) He earns more money.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. How is Justus related to the Consul?

3. After Consul Kroger dies, what happens to his estate?

4. After spending time with the Krogers in "Part II," how does Tony change?

5. How does Gotthold become the Consul to the Netherlands?

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