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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 the complexion of the man at the chapel?
(a) Tan.
(b) Rosy.
(c) Green and sickly.
(d) Pale.

2. What do Aschenbach's books represent?
(a) The struggles and triumphs of his generation.
(b) The criminal and corrupt nature of humans.
(c) The current political situation.
(d) The superiority of animals over humans.

3. How does Aschenbach sleep?
(a) Fitfully.
(b) Soundly.
(c) He has nightmares.
(d) He is an insomniac.

4. What does Aschenbach feel when he realizes the truth about the young man?
(a) Amused.
(b) Admiration.
(c) Confused.
(d) Disgusted.

5. What is Aschenbach's first thought in the morning?
(a) Tadzio.
(b) Writing.
(c) Food.
(d) Bathing.

Short Answer Questions

1. Aschenbach's wife is _______.

2. The tone at the beginning of "Death In Venice" is ___________.

3. Aschenbach's mother is from ________.

4. The approaching war referenced is __________.

5. Which specific Greek god does Aschenbach compare Tadzio to while he watches him on the beach?

(see the answer key)

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