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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Aschenbach feel about being forced to stay in Venice?
(a) Frustrated.
(b) Impartial.
(c) Angry.
(d) Elated.

2. What does Aschenbach credit his level of greatness to?
(a) People have sympathy for him.
(b) He is more talented than others.
(c) He is inherently better.
(d) He has survived many trials.

3. Why does the gondolier run away?
(a) Because he had to go get another passenger.
(b) Because he is a known criminal running from the police.
(c) Because Aschenbach yelled at him.
(d) Because he is stealing Aschenbach's luggage.

4. Aschenbach and Tadzio's relationship is _________.
(a) Failing.
(b) Passionate.
(c) Boring.
(d) Unspoken.

5. Why does Aschenbach hesitate to leave Venice?
(a) He is afraid he will miss the excitement.
(b) He hasn't visited his old friend.
(c) He hasn't seen Tadzio.
(d) He thinks his boat will sink.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Aschenbach excited for the day to start?

2. Aschenbach prides himself most on his _________.

3. What compelled Aschenbach to leave Venice during his last trip?

4. Why does Aschenbach become frustrated with the gondolier?

5. What is Aschenbach's father's profession?

(see the answer key)

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