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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In his last dream, how does Aschenbach react at first?
(a) Neutral.
(b) Cautious.
(c) Enamored.
(d) Terrified.

2. What do the police do when the street performer talks to Aschenbach about the plague?
(a) Arrest him.
(b) Assasinate him.
(c) Advise him of the details to relay to tourists.
(d) Speak harshly to him.

3. Aschenbach and Tadzio's relationship is _________.
(a) Boring.
(b) Passionate.
(c) Failing.
(d) Unspoken.

4. What does Aschenbach compare the second boatman's beard to?
(a) Horse hair.
(b) A goat.
(c) A fluffy cloud.
(d) A waterfall.

5. What is Aschenbach's father's profession?
(a) An official.
(b) A salesman.
(c) A teacher.
(d) An actor.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the first victim of the plague?

2. Aschenbach, in his decision to stay, is ignoring his _________.

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

4. Why does the gondolier run away?

5. What is Aschenbach's mother's profession?

(see the answer key)

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