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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Aschenbach's belief system and opinions are_________.
(a) Lax.
(b) Religious.
(c) Fickle.
(d) Rigid.

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

3. On his walk, what does Aschenbach pass?
(a) A statue.
(b) A garden.
(c) A homeless man.
(d) A stoneyard with gravestones for sale.

4. Aschenbach's daydream shows his _______.
(a) Fear of heights.
(b) Tendency to follow societal pressures.
(c) Dissatisfaction with humans.
(d) Desire for adventure.

5. When Aschenbach pulls back from his daydream, it shows his reluctance to follow ______.
(a) Societal standards.
(b) His parents' advise.
(c) His impulses.
(d) Other's direction.

Short Answer Questions

1. At the beginning of the book, why does Aschenbach take a walk?

2. What makes Aschenbach pull back from his daydream?

3. What characterizes Aschenbach's daydream?

4. What author does Aschenbach reference to describe his physical health?

5. What is Aschenbach's financial situation?

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