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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When did Aschenbach achieve fame?
(a) Only recently.
(b) Never.
(c) Not yet, but he will.
(d) When he was young.

2. Aschenbach sees a man at the chapel. What color is the man's hair?
(a) Red.
(b) Black.
(c) Grey.
(d) Blonde.

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

4. What does Aschenbach think the benefit of a vacation will be?
(a) He will improve his writing.
(b) He will find his long lost brother.
(c) He will have an adventure.
(d) He will sleep better.

5. How does Aschenbach hide his loneliness?
(a) Superficial friendships.
(b) Lying.
(c) Arrogance.
(d) Alcohol.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Aschenbach look at the world differently?

2. How does Aschenbach look, physically?

3. Aschenbach's childhood is characterized by _______.

4. Aschenbach's father is from _________.

5. What sort of school did Aschenbach attend?

(see the answer key)

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