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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Aschenbach look at the world differently?
(a) Because he is colorblind.
(b) Because he is hallucinating.
(c) Because he has unusually excellent vision.
(d) Because he is an artist.

2. What type of school did Aschenbach attend?
(a) Catholic school.
(b) Military school.
(c) Boarding school.
(d) Homeschooling.

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

4. What does Aschenbach credit his level of greatness to?
(a) He is more talented than others.
(b) He is inherently better.
(c) He has survived many trials.
(d) People have sympathy for him.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Aschenbach's work ethic could be called _________.

2. What do Aschenbach's characters represent about his beliefs of humans?

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

4. What province is Aschenbach from?

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

(see the answer key)

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