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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. At the height of Aschenbach's obsession with Tadzio, what sense has Tadzio reinvigorated in Aschenbach?

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

3. How does Aschenbach feel at the prospect of Tadzio not living long?

4. At the beach, Aschenbach eats _________.

5. Why does Aschenbach compare Tadzio to gods?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What statement is "Death In Venice" making about art?

Essay Topic 2

In "Death In Venice," Mann uses colors to give dimension to characters and to represent themes. Write an essay discussing Mann's use of reoccurring colors to represent the themes and flesh out characters. What do these colors represent? When does Mann chose to use color? How can the development of the story and the transformation of Aschenbach be traced through color?

Essay Topic 3

What are the similarities between Aschenbach and Tadzio? Why is he pleased with this unlikely resemblance? What about this relationship wears down Aschenbach's self-esteem, yet builds up his self-importance?

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