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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did the professions of Aschenbach's parents instill in him?
(a) Skill at robbery.
(b) Diligence in art.
(c) Laziness and ungratefulness.
(d) Sarcasm and wit.

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

3. How long has Aschenbach been sick?
(a) Since youth.
(b) Since yesterday.
(c) A week.
(d) A few years.

4. While Aschenbach takes his walk at the beginning of Part One, the streets of the city are _______.
(a) Silent.
(b) Crowded.
(c) Dirty.
(d) Empty.

5. What is Aschenbach's father's profession?
(a) An actor.
(b) A salesman.
(c) A teacher.
(d) An official.

Short Answer Questions

1. What sort of school did Aschenbach attend?

2. Aschenbach prides himself most on his _________.

3. How intelligent is Aschenbach?

4. Aschenbach's childhood is characterized by _______.

5. Aschenbach has a _______ complexion.

(see the answer key)

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