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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9, Chapters 104 - 107.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why isn't Ulrich surprised by the relationship that Arnheim and Diotima have?
(a) Arnheim had all the same qualities that caused Diotima to fall in love with her husband.
(b) Diotima had a propensity for becoming infatuated with men she couldn't have.
(c) Arnheim had told Ulrich about his plan to woo Diotima.
(d) He never understood why her husband tolerated Arnheim's attentions toward her.

2. How does Ulrich accidentally address the General, in Chapter 85?
(a) "Sir."
(b) "Colonel."
(c) "Major."
(d) "Your Highness."

3. The author suggests in Chapter 77 that an ancient philosopher could do what?
(a) Change the worldview of the most influential people.
(b) Go to a newspaper and prove his identity to the editors.
(c) Host his own salon.
(d) Discuss political strategy with world leaders.

4. Arnheim mentions in Chapter 96 the importance of what?
(a) Family.
(b) Determination.
(c) Teamwork.
(d) Perseverance.

5. According to the author, why are some writers' situations strange?
(a) They think their art is great, when others don't.
(b) Their brains work differently than other peoples' do.
(c) They are unable to relate to others.
(d) They have been too far removed from the outside world.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Clarisse realize about her husband in Chapter 97?

2. Which individual is mentioned as being one of the author's influences in Chapter 91?

3. What relationship is mentioned by the author in Chapter 96?

4. With whom does Soliman fall in love in Chapter 79?

5. Who is Count Leinsdorf?

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