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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Aschenbach compare the second boatman's beard to?
(a) Horse hair.
(b) A waterfall.
(c) A goat.
(d) A fluffy cloud.

2. Where does Aschenbach first see the family from his hotel?
(a) At the beach.
(b) At a restaurant.
(c) On the boat to Venice.
(d) In the lobby.

3. What province is Aschenbach from?
(a) Selesia.
(b) Berlin.
(c) Bavaria.
(d) Baden-Wuerttemberg.

4. What type of school did Aschenbach attend?
(a) Homeschooling.
(b) Catholic school.
(c) Boarding school.
(d) Military school.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Aschenbach's financial situation?

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

3. What is the weather like in Venice?

4. Where does Aschenbach live?

5. Where does Aschenbach frequently see Tadzio?

(see the answer key)

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