View a FREE sample

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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Tadzio wearing when Aschenbach first sees him?
(a) A pirate costume.
(b) A simple shirt and pants.
(c) A bathing suit.
(d) A sailor suit.

2. How does Aschenbach pass the time on the boat?
(a) He writes.
(b) He sleeps.
(c) He strikes up a conversation.
(d) He daydreams.

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

4. What does Aschenbach do after seeing Tadzio and his family on the pier?
(a) Professes his love silently.
(b) Writes a poem.
(c) Goes to bed.
(d) Practices how he will speak to Tadzio.

5. Where does Aschenbach frequently see Tadzio?
(a) In his dreams.
(b) Playing in the street.
(c) At the hotel restaurant.
(d) Going for walks.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Aschenbach ignore his dilemmas regarding Tadzio?

2. What happens in Venice as the summer ends?

3. Aschenbach's work ethic could be called _________.

4. Aschenbach is ________ when he suddenly sees the Polish family on the pier.

5. Judging from the man's attire and physical characteristics, Aschenbach concludes that this man is NOT _______ .

(see the answer key)

This section contains 206 words (approx. 1 page at 300 words per page) View a FREE sample