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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Tadzio begin to do that forces Aschenbach to speculate about Tadzio's feelings for him?
(a) He makes eye contact.
(b) He writes him leters.
(c) He approaches him.
(d) He walks past his bathing cabin.

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

3. Aschenbach feels ______ when the Polish family isn't at dinner.
(a) Relieved.
(b) Anxious.
(c) Angry.
(d) Happy.

4. What is Aschenbach's vision at the beginning of Part Four supposed to represent?
(a) Love.
(b) Fear.
(c) Age.
(d) Judgement.

5. How is the boat Aschenbach takes to Venice described?
(a) Luxurious.
(b) Dilapidated.
(c) Old fashioned.
(d) Modern.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Aschenbach ignore his dilemmas regarding Tadzio?

2. How has Tadzio changed how Aschenbach feels about his writing?

3. What does Tadzio inspire Aschenbach to do?

4. What does Tadzio give to Aschenbach when he sees him on the pier?

5. How does Aschenbach feel about being forced to stay in Venice?

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