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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What happens in Aschenbach's daydream?
(a) He sees a vivid scene of a tropical foreign land.
(b) He remembers a birthday he spent with his parents.
(c) He foresees his own death.
(d) He meets and falls in love with a beautiful woman.

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

3. What does Aschenbach compare the gondola to?
(a) A bed.
(b) A banana.
(c) A toy.
(d) A coffin.

4. What compelled Aschenbach to leave Venice during his last trip?
(a) He was lonely.
(b) He fell ill.
(c) He was robbed.
(d) His hotel burned down.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Aschenbach prides himself most on his _________.

2. What does Aschenbach notice about one of the young men on the boat?

3. When does "Death In Venice" take place?

4. What characterizes Aschenbach's daydream?

5. What compels Aschenbach to leave Venice this time?

(see the answer key)

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