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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) Modern day.
(b) Early 20th century.
(c) Early 19th century.
(d) 1950's.

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

3. The approaching war referenced is __________.
(a) World War One.
(b) World War Two.
(c) The Cold War.
(d) The Vietnam War.

4. At the chapel, Aschenbach encounters a _______ man.
(a) Handsome.
(b) Young.
(c) Strange.
(d) Middle-aged.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. The man at the chapel carries a _______.

2. Where does Aschenbach live?

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

4. On his walk, where does Aschenbach end up and stop briefly?

5. What is the weather on this first day in the novella?

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