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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Aschenbach's work ethic could be called _________.
(a) Diligent.
(b) Passable.
(c) Inconsistent.
(d) Lax.

3. How does Aschenbach dress?
(a) Sloppy.
(b) Eccentric.
(c) Clean-cut.
(d) Fashionable.

4. How does Aschenbach feel at the prospect of Tadzio not living long?
(a) Sad.
(b) Impartial.
(c) Comforted.
(d) Ecstatic.

5. About how old is Tadzio?
(a) Eighteen.
(b) Ten.
(c) Fourteen.
(d) Seven.

Short Answer Questions

1. At the height of Aschenbach's obsession with Tadzio, what sense has Tadzio reinvigorated in Aschenbach?

2. How does Aschenbach describe the family as a whole?

3. Why is Aschenbach forced to stay in Venice longer?

4. How does Aschenbach sleep?

5. How many children does Aschenbach have?

(see the answer key)

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