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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When does "Death In Venice" take place?
(a) 1950's.
(b) Early 20th century.
(c) Early 19th century.
(d) Modern day.

2. Lately, Aschenbach has been _______ with his routine.
(a) Satisfied.
(b) Dissatisfied.
(c) Enslaved.
(d) Fulfilled.

3. The tone at the beginning of "Death In Venice" is ___________.
(a) Sad.
(b) Ominous.
(c) Lighthearted.
(d) Dramatic.

4. What is Aschenbach's profession?
(a) Teacher.
(b) Painter.
(c) Businessman.
(d) Writer.

5. What is the weather on this first day in the novella?
(a) Dark and cloudy.
(b) Warm and sunny.
(c) Snowing.
(d) Raining.

Short Answer Questions

1. Aschenbach sees a man at the chapel. What color is the man's hair?

2. While Aschenbach takes his walk at the beginning of Part One, the streets of the city are _______.

3. While out on his walk, Aschenbach begins to feel _________.

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

5. What makes Aschenbach pull back from his daydream?

(see the answer key)

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