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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Freedman said that the tensions in Hesse's works came from ________________.
(a) Conflicting impulses in Hesse's life.
(b) Traumatic experiences Hesse had in childhood.
(c) The conflicts in the air during Hesse's times.
(d) Conflicts between Hesse and his parents.

2. How does Freedman explain Hesse's interest in Asian culture?
(a) He says that it changed the topic from Hesse's failing marriage.
(b) He says it connected Hesse with his dead parents.
(c) He says it renewed Hesse's faith in humanity.
(d) He says it assuaged Hesse's depression.

3. What medical event took place in 1909 for Hesse?
(a) He was hospitalized for depression.
(b) He had malaria.
(c) He injured his back.
(d) His appendix was removed.

4. What was the benefit of writing editorial pieces for Hesse?
(a) He educated himself.
(b) He got income.
(c) He became politically active.
(d) He achieved fame for it.

5. What was the result of Hesse's marriage to his second wife?
(a) They divorced almost immediately.
(b) They lived happily together for their first years.
(c) He was in a clinic within two months.
(d) He looked for every occasion to be away from home.

Short Answer Questions

1. How old was Hesse when he decided to become a writer?

2. What reason does Freedman give for Hesse's choice of subject matter?

3. What was Hesse's work in Tubingen?

4. Who was Ruth Wenger?

5. When did Hesse reach the height of his popularity?

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