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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Tom agree to give Christian money in "Part VI"?
(a) Because he loves his brother.
(b) Because he wants him to leave.
(c) Because he doesn't want to get sued.
(d) Because his father set it aside for him.

2. What joke does Tom make about Tony's involvement in Erica's wedding?
(a) He says she is a bad luck charm.
(b) He says she has broken the curse.
(c) He says she shouldn't give marriage advice.
(d) He says she is getting married for the third time.

3. In "Part V," why does Tony want to take a vacation?
(a) Because she wants to study abroad.
(b) Because she has extra money to spend.
(c) Because she is bored.
(d) Because she wants to be alone.

4. In "Part I," what aspect of the Buddenbrook home do the guests discuss?
(a) Its age.
(b) Its number of fireplaces.
(c) Its plasterwork.
(d) Its location.

5. How does Tony feel about the selling the family house?
(a) She doesn't have an opinion about the sale.
(b) She wants to donate the house.
(c) She is against it.
(d) She wants more money for it.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who goes with Tony to the Schwartzkopf's home in "Part III"?

2. Why does Tom approve of Permaneder as a suitor for Tony?

3. In "Part III," what does Morten do when Tony invites him to spend time with her friends?

4. What happens to Frau Consul before she dies?

5. In "Part V," what does Christian do when he comes into the office?

(see the answer key)

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