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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What does Tony write to her mother in the second letter she sends?
(a) She gives updates about her health.
(b) She asks to be sent on a vacation.
(c) She announces the birth of her daughter.
(d) She spreads rumors about Grunlich.

3. Why do Tony's parents think Grunlich is a good match for her?
(a) Because of his kindness.
(b) Because of his title.
(c) Because of his wealth.
(d) Because he is a respectable man.

4. In "Part II," how does the Consul describe Christian in comparison to Tom?
(a) He is better with business matters.
(b) He is less serious.
(c) He is less responsible.
(d) He is more angry.

5. What do the men argue about after dinner in "Part I"?
(a) Religion.
(b) Recent science developments.
(c) The reunification of Germany.
(d) The arts.

Short Answer Questions

1. How do Gotthold's daughters feel about Tom?

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

3. After the Consul dies, what does Tom decide to do with the business?

4. What is Christian's strange talent?

5. How does Clara meet her husband?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Tom meet his wife?

2. What happens when Tom hires Christian in "Part V"?

3. In "Part IV," what is revealed about Grunlich's business?

4. How does the Consul react when Elizabeth says she wants to hire another servant in "Part II"?

5. What happens during the riot in "Part IV"?

6. Why do Tony's parents support Grunlich's proposal of marriage?

7. What are Morten's political beliefs?

8. In "Part I," what types of guests come to Buddenbrook home from dinner?

9. How does the Consul say Josephine's death affected Johann?

10. In "Part I," how do the Buddenbrook guests feel about Napoleon?

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