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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 pass the time on the boat?
(a) He writes.
(b) He daydreams.
(c) He strikes up a conversation.
(d) He sleeps.

2. What does Aschenbach see at dawn?
(a) Tadzio.
(b) Death approaching.
(c) Ghosts fleeing the hotel.
(d) Greek mythical figures.

3. What did the professions of Aschenbach's parents instill in him?
(a) Laziness and ungratefulness.
(b) Skill at robbery.
(c) Diligence in art.
(d) Sarcasm and wit.

4. How many times has Aschenbach been divorced?
(a) Two.
(b) None.
(c) One.
(d) He never married.

5. Where does Aschenbach frequently see Tadzio?
(a) Going for walks.
(b) At the hotel restaurant.
(c) Playing in the street.
(d) In his dreams.

Short Answer Questions

1. Aschenbach's father is from _________.

2. What has Aschenbach's dedication to work deprived him of?

3. Aschenbach is ________ when he suddenly sees the Polish family on the pier.

4. About how old is Tadzio?

5. How intelligent is Aschenbach?

(see the answer key)

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