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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Aschenbach returns to the chapel at the end of his walk, the man has ___________.
(a) Struck up a discussion wth another man.
(b) Begun praying.
(c) Disappeared.
(d) Changed his clothes.

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

3. When does "Death In Venice" take place?
(a) 1950's.
(b) Early 19th century.
(c) Early 20th century.
(d) Modern day.

4. Aschenbach's work ethic could be called _________.
(a) Lax.
(b) Passable.
(c) Inconsistent.
(d) Diligent.

5. At the beginning of the book, when Aschenbach encounters the man at the chapel, what does their interaction consists of?
(a) Heckling.
(b) Lively conversation.
(c) Complimenting.
(d) Silence.

6. Lately, Aschenbach has had a difficult time _________.
(a) Sleeping.
(b) Drinking.
(c) Reading.
(d) Eating.

7. What is Aschenbach's mother's profession?
(a) A teacher.
(b) A seamstress.
(c) An artist.
(d) A housewife.

8. Aschenbach's daydream shows his _______.
(a) Tendency to follow societal pressures.
(b) Desire for adventure.
(c) Fear of heights.
(d) Dissatisfaction with humans.

9. The man at the chapel carries a _______.
(a) Pack.
(b) Bag of money.
(c) Dog.
(d) Walking stick.

10. What type of school did Aschenbach attend?
(a) Military school.
(b) Catholic school.
(c) Boarding school.
(d) Homeschooling.

11. Aschenbach keep his beard _________.
(a) Long and curly.
(b) Shaven.
(c) Braided.
(d) Big and white.

12. What is the purpose of Part Two of "Death In Venice?"
(a) To set the political context.
(b) To explain Part One.
(c) To explain Aschenbach's personality.
(d) To gain sympathy for Aschenbach.

13. What did the professions of Aschenbach's parents instill in him?
(a) Laziness and ungratefulness.
(b) Diligence in art.
(c) Sarcasm and wit.
(d) Skill at robbery.

14. What characterized Aschenbach in his youth?
(a) Intellectual.
(b) Talented.
(c) Isolated.
(d) All of these.

15. While out on his walk, Aschenbach begins to feel _________.
(a) Happy.
(b) Ill.
(c) Sad.
(d) Invigorated.

Short Answer Questions

1. At the beginning of the book, why does Aschenbach take a walk?

2. What is the complexion of the man at the chapel?

3. How does Aschenbach look, physically?

4. Aschenbach's belief system and opinions are_________.

5. How many times has Aschenbach been married?

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