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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Dr. Behrens happy that Joachim's heart is giving out?

2. Who does Settembrini compare Clavdia to in Chapter 5?

3. What does Peeperkorn propose to Hans in Chapter 7 shortly after Clavdia introduces them?

4. Where do Hans and Joachim meet Dr. Behrens later in October?

5. Why is Joachim forced to return to the Berghof?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is Hans summoned the day after an excursion to a famous waterfall in the nearby Fluela Valley?

2. Describe Joachim's death and the illness leading to it.

3. What happens at the Berghof as spring approaches?

4. How does Hans insult Settembrini on Walpurgis Night?

5. In Chapter 6, what occurs with Hans' letters home, and what does he write about?

6. Describe Peeperkorn's group outings and Settembrini's opinion of Hans' relationship with Peeperkorn.

7. What do Hans and Settembrini argue about that causes Hans to accuse Settembrini of offering hypocritical advice?

8. Describe Naphta's apartment.

9. What does Settembrini tell Hans that he plans to do in Chapter 6, and why?

10. When Hans and Joachim join Settembrini in his apartment, what does Settembrini say about Naphta?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What is the significance of death in this novel? What events are driven by illness and death? How are characters viewed based on their health?

Essay Topic 2

Compare and contrast Hans and Joachim.

Essay Topic 3

How does Hans change throughout the novel? Detail the changes he makes and the reasons behind those changes.

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