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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. While Aschenbach becomes more and more obsessed with Tadzio, what has he begun to lose interest in?
(a) Tadzio.
(b) His routine.
(c) Socializing.
(d) Eating.

2. Why does Aschenbach ignore his dilemmas regarding Tadzio?
(a) Because his feelings are not uncommon.
(b) Because Tadzio returns his feelings.
(c) Because he thinks his fears are unfounded.
(d) Because it is an unpleasant thought.

3. What expression does the man at the chapel give to Aschenbach?
(a) A scowl.
(b) Shock.
(c) A smile.
(d) A look of distress.

4. In Part Two, Aschenbach no longer feels _____ with his work.
(a) Satisfied.
(b) Frustrated.
(c) Exhausted.
(d) Proud.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Aschenbach's vision at the beginning of Part Four supposed to represent?

2. How does Aschenbach hide his loneliness?

3. What does Aschenbach compare the boy in the hotel to?

4. When Aschenbach returns to the chapel at the end of his walk, the man has ___________.

5. At the beginning of the book, when Aschenbach encounters the man at the chapel, what does their interaction consists of?

(see the answer key)

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