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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When their son is born in "Part VII," why does it settle Gerda's fears?
(a) She thought Tom didn't want children.
(b) She thought she couldn't become pregnant.
(c) She thought they wouldn't have a son.
(d) She thought she was having twins.

2. In "Part X," why is Tom jealous of the young lieutenant?
(a) Because he is talented.
(b) Because he can go to college.
(c) Because Gerda plays music with him.
(d) Because he is young.

3. Who is Babette?
(a) One of Permaneder's cousins.
(b) Erica's friend.
(c) A secretary in Munich.
(d) One of Tony's servants.

4. How does Tom compare Permaneder to the Buddenbrooks?
(a) He is more barbaric.
(b) He is less formal.
(c) He is better educated.
(d) He is richer.

5. Where does Christian go to live after talking with Tom in "Part VII"?
(a) Munich.
(b) St. Petersburg.
(c) Paris.
(d) London.

6. Why does Tom wonder about what he should do with his life in "Part X"?
(a) Because he wants to take vacations.
(b) Because he wants to make more money.
(c) Because he wants to rediscover himself.
(d) Because he feels he already reached the high point.

7. What does Permaneder agree to do when he divorces Tony?
(a) Stay in Munich.
(b) Split his money with her.
(c) Give back her dowry.
(d) Not spread rumors about her.

8. What makes Tom angry after Clara dies?
(a) The fact that Clara left him nothing in her will.
(b) Clara's husband selling their house.
(c) His mother sending money to Clara's husband.
(d) The lack of respect at Clara's funeral.

9. In "Part VIII," why does Tony avoid social situations?
(a) She isn't invited to anything.
(b) She wants to keep her life private.
(c) She is ashamed of her divorces.
(d) She is trying to protect her daughter's money.

10. In "Part VIII," why is there a celebration for the Buddenbrook firm?
(a) They have acquired a smaller company.
(b) They have been in business for 100 years.
(c) They have made large profits.
(d) They want to show off to the town.

11. What happens to Frau Consul before she dies?
(a) She slips into a coma.
(b) Her breathing becomes fast.
(c) Her lungs fill with fluid.
(d) He pulse weakens.

12. When Hugo Weinschenk and Erica marry, who is wary of the match?
(a) Tom.
(b) Christian.
(c) Tony.
(d) Frau Consel.

13. In "Part IX," how many doctors does Tom have to consult with about his mother?
(a) Three.
(b) Two.
(c) Four.
(d) Five.

14. What makes Erica file for divorce from her husband?
(a) He runs away with a woman when he is released from prison.
(b) He went to prison.
(c) He is accused of tax and insurance fraud.
(d) He doesn't see her when he is out of prison.

15. How does Tony describe the language of the people in Munich?
(a) Confusing.
(b) Gibberish.
(c) Beautiful.
(d) Archaic.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Tony decide to return home with Erica in "Part VI"?

2. What does Tom do when Tony refuses to go back to Munich?

3. What does Hanno think of his father's work and office in "Part X"?

4. How does Tom feel when Herr von Maiboom's family asks for money in "Part VIII"?

5. Why does Frau Consul beg the doctors for narcotics?

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