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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the cause of Aschenbach's sickness?
(a) Cancer.
(b) Poor diet.
(c) Food poisoning.
(d) Strain of work.

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

3. At the beginning of the book, when Aschenbach encounters the man at the chapel, what does their interaction consists of?
(a) Lively conversation.
(b) Complimenting.
(c) Silence.
(d) Heckling.

4. The family Aschenbach sees in his hotel are from _______.
(a) France.
(b) Germany.
(c) Poland.
(d) Italy.

5. How many times has Aschenbach been married?
(a) Three.
(b) One.
(c) Two.
(d) None.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do Aschenbach's books represent?

2. How many times has Aschenbach been divorced?

3. What compelled Aschenbach to leave Venice during his last trip?

4. When does "Death In Venice" take place?

5. Where does Aschenbach spend his free time in Venice?

(see the answer key)

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