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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How is Justus related to the Consul?
(a) He is the Consul's uncle.
(b) He is the Consul's brother-in-law.
(c) He is the Consul's cousin.
(d) He is the Consul's brother.

2. In "Part II," what does the Consul about love in his marriage to Elizabeth?
(a) That he did not marry for love.
(b) That he has fallen out of love.
(c) That he married for love.
(d) That he loves someone else.

3. How does Grunlich propose marriage to Tony?
(a) With a letter.
(b) He asks her mother.
(c) In person.
(d) He sends her a contract.

4. In "Part VII," what disease is Clara diagnosed with?
(a) Diptheria.
(b) Tetanus.
(c) Tuberculosis.
(d) Gangrene.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Who is Babette?

3. Why does Tony move in with Erica after she is married?

4. What is Christian's strange talent?

5. What does the book Tom reads in "Part X" say life is?

(see the answer key)

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