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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Aschenbach returns to the chapel at the end of his walk, the man has ___________.
(a) Struck up a discussion wth another man.
(b) Begun praying.
(c) Changed his clothes.
(d) Disappeared.

2. On his walk, where does Aschenbach end up and stop briefly?
(a) At a Byzantine chapel.
(b) At a religious commune.
(c) At a Jewish temple.
(d) At a monastery.

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

4. Approximately how old is Aschenbach?
(a) Young man.
(b) Old man.
(c) Teenager.
(d) Middle-aged.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What season is it at the beginning of "Death In Venice?"

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

3. What characterizes Aschenbach's daydream?

4. The tone at the beginning of "Death In Venice" is ___________.

5. Lately, Aschenbach has had a difficult time _________.

(see the answer key)

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