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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Tadzio wearing when Aschenbach first sees him?
(a) A simple shirt and pants.
(b) A sailor suit.
(c) A bathing suit.
(d) A pirate costume.

2. At the beach, Aschenbach eats _________.
(a) Grapes.
(b) Caviar.
(c) Candy.
(d) Strawberries.

3. What characterizes Aschenbach's daydream?
(a) Festive.
(b) Exotic.
(c) Dismal.
(d) Horrifying.

4. How does Aschenbach spend his idle time as his affections for Tadzio increase?
(a) Thinking of Tadzio.
(b) Eating.
(c) Painting.
(d) Going for walks.

5. Why is Aschenbach excited for the day to start?
(a) Because he can read the newspaper.
(b) Because he can see Tadzio.
(c) Because he can go to the beach.
(d) Because morning is his favorite time of day.

Short Answer Questions

1. Aschenbach's mother is from ________.

2. What does Aschenbach feel when he realizes the truth about the young man?

3. Why does Aschenbach become frustrated with the gondolier?

4. What does Aschenbach observe about the boy's sisters?

5. What is Aschenbach's mother's profession?

(see the answer key)

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