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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Aschenbach leave Pola?
(a) He sees an enemy of his.
(b) He doesn't like the people.
(c) The weather is poor.
(d) It isn't satisfying his ideals for the vacation.

2. Why is Aschenbach forced to stay in Venice longer?
(a) He ran out of money.
(b) His luggage was mislabled.
(c) No boats were running.
(d) He fell ill.

3. How aware is Aschenbach of his own mortality?
(a) He fears he will dies soon.
(b) He plans to kill himself.
(c) He is unaware of his mortality.
(d) He thinks he is immortal.

4. What does Aschenbach compare the boy in the hotel to?
(a) A Greek statue.
(b) Himself.
(c) His own son.
(d) A monster.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What characterized Aschenbach in his youth?

2. What characterizes Aschenbach's daydream?

3. How does Aschenbach spend his free time in Venice?

4. How does Aschenbach look, physically?

5. What does Tadzio begin to do that forces Aschenbach to speculate about Tadzio's feelings for him?

(see the answer key)

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