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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How long until Aschenbach's luggage returns to Venice?
(a) It never returns.
(b) Not very long.
(c) It was in Venice the whole time.
(d) Several weeks.

2. Why does Aschenbach hesitate to approach Tadzio?
(a) He is afraid of breaking the illusion.
(b) Tadzio's family is around.
(c) He hasn't showered.
(d) Others might judge him.

3. What does Aschenbach see at dawn?
(a) Death approaching.
(b) Tadzio.
(c) Greek mythical figures.
(d) Ghosts fleeing the hotel.

4. Usually Aschenbach feels ________ at his summer house.
(a) Ill.
(b) Productive.
(c) Lonely.
(d) Crazy.

5. How many children does Aschenbach have?
(a) Three.
(b) None.
(c) One.
(d) Two.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. How does Aschenbach feel about his decision to stay in Venice?

3. At the beach, Aschenbach eats _________.

4. What has Aschenbach's dedication to work deprived him of?

5. What arrangements does Aschenbach make to stay in Venice longer?

(see the answer key)

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