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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the cause of Aschenbach's sickness?
(a) Cancer.
(b) Poor diet.
(c) Strain of work.
(d) Food poisoning.

2. Aschenbach prides himself most on his _________.
(a) Charisma.
(b) Dignity.
(c) Personality.
(d) Good looks.

3. How does Aschenbach feel at the prospect of Tadzio not living long?
(a) Comforted.
(b) Sad.
(c) Impartial.
(d) Ecstatic.

4. What makes Aschenbach pull back from his daydream?
(a) He becomes tired.
(b) Diligence in work.
(c) Fear of judgement.
(d) Dissatisfaction with his imagination.

5. Aschenbach has a _______ complexion.
(a) Dark.
(b) Ashen.
(c) Pale.
(d) Rosy.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Aschenbach forced to stay in Venice longer?

2. The man at the chapel carries a _______.

3. What does Aschenbach observe about the boy's sisters?

4. What does Aschenbach think the benefit of a vacation will be?

5. How does Aschenbach hide his loneliness?

(see the answer key)

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